PROFILE

Seed Technologies is a section of the Forest Products Commission (FPC) focused on the seed requirements of the public. We work to deliver quality products through better understanding of genetic diversity and a commitment to tree improvement program. We are continually working to make new and better seed lots available for local, interstate and overseas uses.

Western Australia is world renowned for its endemic attractive and hardy flora that is ideal for the rehabilitation of saline, alkaline and desert-type environments. Our tree improvement programs are designed to produce superior wood product for the Mediterranean climate and to assist with land rehabilitation. Over 500 species are available of which approximately 20 tree species have been identified for commercial development either for fine wood or other wood-based markets.

"Seed Technologies" covers two areas:

• Seed Centre from which seed orchards are established and managed, native seed is collected, seed extracted, cleaned and dispatched; and
• Product development, which deploys from the Tree Improvement section and develops and enhances newly identified products to meet customer requirements.