Selecting the right tree species, sourcing seed from the right environments, and tracking restoration outcomes over time are foundational to effective forest restoration. Yet, in species-rich forest ecosystems (particularly in the tropics) and a changing climate, the right choices are often far from obvious. This webinar will showcase open-access digital tools, designed to support every stage of the restoration pipeline, from species choices and seed sourcing to germination testing and field monitoring.
Showcased tools:
- Site-adapted species selection with Diversity for Restoration – Dr Tobias Fremout, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
- Identifying suitable seed sources with Conservation for Restoration – Dr Hannes Gaisberger, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
- Handling seeds with Germination, Dormancy and Storage Experiment Assistant – Dr Kate Hardwick, Kew Botanic Gardens
- Predicting seed storage behaviour with Wyse Dickie tool – Dr Kate Hardwick, Kew Botanic Gardens
- Monitoring seed collection, nursery activities and restoration outcomes with MyFarmTrees – Dr Fidel Chiriboga, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
- Accessing data on native seeds through SeedPOD – Dr Kate Hardwick, Kew Botanic Gardens
Whether you work in the field, manage biodiversity data or fund restoration, you'll leave with a clear picture of what these tools can do and how to get started. Expect short demonstrations, live discussion on decision-support needs, practical insights from both developers and users, and connecting with others working on forest restoration. Join us, to explore the growing digital infrastructure behind evidence-based forest restoration.
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