Low lignin GM trees and forage crops.(Plight of Forests)

Synthesis/Regeneration | January 1, 2005| | Copyright

The plant cell is protected by a cell wall that has a structure analogous to reinforced concrete. The cellulose fibrils play the role of steel reinforcing rods, while concrete is represented by lignin. Lignin determines the rigidity, strength and resistance of a plant structure.

When wood fiber is processed to make paper or composite products, lignin must be removed using polluting chemicals and a great deal of energy. Also, the digestibility of animal feed is influenced by lignin content--the greater the lignin content, the poorer the food source. Genetic ...

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