Researchers at the Federal University of Pará (UFPA) are completing studies on an efficient technique for the accelerated growth of native trees in the Amazon rainforest. Focused on slow-growing species, the method reduces the plant development period by up to 20 years.
Starting in 2022, the study consists of the combination of a genetic and structural improvement technique for plants that will result in the implantation of part of a living species into another plant, in addition to the application of hormones that accelerate growth and anticipate the formation of flowers and fruits .
Golosa, for example, is a species that takes 25 years to flower. However, the technique promises to shorten this time to three or four years after planting the tree.
According to UFPA, the research could revolutionize the restoration of degraded forest areas and, therefore, reduce the effects of climate change. Furthermore, it could contribute to the income of the local population, because it will shorten the growth time of commonly sold fruits.
Professor at the institution and responsible for conducting the research, Emil Hernández explained that the technique could be applied to other types of forest.
“The success of the project could have significant benefits for the future of forest restoration in the Amazon and could be applied in other regions, helping to recover degraded areas and reduce deforestation. It can also help biodiversity and generate income and employment.”
The studies are expected to be completed within eight months, and are a Research, Development and Innovation (PDI) project by Norte Energia, concessionaire of the Belo Monte Hydroelectric Plant, regulated by the National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL).
Scientists from the Research Support and Development Foundation, the Federal University of Viçosa, the Federal Rural University of the Amazon and the Institute for Forestry Development and Biodiversity of the State of Pará also participate.
Source: CNN Brasil
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