TreeLines

May 2024 - 1st Edition

Planting Advanced Genetics Seedlings – Is it Worth It?

Choosing the right seedling to meet your goals can be confusing and frustrating without clear, objective information.

Is paying more for advanced genetics worth the investment?

Once only available to large companies, today’s genetic options, including MCP®, ArborGen’s state-of-the-art hybrids, offer landowners the opportunity to profit from up-and-down timber markets. It’s not a decision to be made lightly—your choices now have a 20-25-year consequence. 

Will what you plant today pay off in the future?

As pine breeding and technology have advanced, the opportunity to invest in seedlings with more height, volume gain, and greater disease resistance provides the flexibility to sell your timber to whatever market is “hot.” Additional investment in planting advanced genetics and good site preparation increases the landowner’s revenue and instills a sense of security. Imagine investing $100 today and getting $1,600 in return.

Mcp Kb Sc Apr Scaled Arborgen Tree Seedlings Planting Advanced Genetics Seedlings – Is It Worth It?

ArborGen MCP® bareroot planted in February putting on new growth in South Carolina.

Wouldn’t that be an excellent investment?

At ArborGen, we understand that choosing the right seedling can be a complex decision. That’s why we offer a selection of both bareroot and containerized seedlings with increasing levels of genetic improvement. With our advanced genetics seedlings, you can plant with confidence, knowing that you’re investing in the future of your timber production. This long-term investment can secure your future and your land’s productivity. Our dedicated team of Reforestation Advisors is here to provide personalized assistance, tailoring our advice to your specific needs and goals. Let us show you data and the return on the investment you make because your success is our priority.

Client Results

MCP® at 1 year

Cass County, TX

10.5' MCP® at 3 years

Ackerman, MS

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Austin Heine

Austin Heine

North Carolina & Virginia


910-660-3209

Greg Hay

Greg Hay

Arkansas, Northern Louisiana, & Oklahoma


501-350-4217

Paul Jeffreys, Ph.D.

Paul Jeffreys, Ph.D.

Alabama & Northern Mississippi

Manager Special Projects & Sustainability
205-712-9582

Drew Fasano

Drew Fasano

South Carolina & Northern Georgia

843-520-6865

Blake Sherry

Blake Sherry

Florida, Southern Georgia, & Southern Alabama

912-433-5407

Kylie Burdette

Kylie Burdette

U.S. Sales Manager / East Texas and Southern Louisiana

864-650-4454

Jason Watson

Jason Watson

Director, U.S. Sales

404-840-7489