The Institute of Forest Biotechnology (IFB) is the only organization to address the sustainability of forest biotechnology on a global scale. With the help of our Partners and Sponsors, we bring diverse stakeholders together to address the societal, environmental, and economic aspects of forest biotechnology.
Our forests are under pressure from global trade, population growth, invasive threats, and increased demands on natural resources. The IFB is focused on responsible uses of forest biotechnology that benefit society and the environment while addressing risks.
Balanced Information and Initiatives
The IFB disseminates information and manages Initiatives. Our forthcoming interactive map will show where forest biotechnology is being used around the world. Our Publications page contains gigabytes of reference material. Sign up below to receive our electronic newsletter to keep abreast of forest biotechnology.
Transparent Processes
The IFB currently has five Initiatives. Some of these have dedicated websites for ease of use and exceptional transparency.
- Responsible Use®: Forest Biotechnology Principles - responsibleuse.org
- Forest Fuels®: Unlocking the potential of fuels made from trees - forestfuels.org
- Pine Genome: Decoding pines for vital forests - pinegenomeinitiative.org
- Heritage Trees®: Species Protection through biotechnology - heritagetrees.org
- Addressing Forest Biotechnology Concerns: Dialogue on ecological and social issues
Our success is a result of our Partners, Sponsors, and Board of Directors. To maintain our effectiveness as forest biotechnology becomes ever more global the IFB is expanding to areas where forestry plays a critical role in society and the environment.
Together we can improve future forests through science, dialogue, and stewardship.