This book integrates the different prospective scientific and practical experience of
researchers as well as beneficiaries and stakeholders in the field of forest conservation in
Southeast Europe. The book stresses the importance of improving the adaptability of these
ecosystems to the impacts of climate change.Gathered around a common idea the book presents
the latest results in forest genetic resources conservation at national and regional level. The
chapters are written by experts from: Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Croatia FYR Macedonia
Greece Montenegro Romania Serbia and Slovenia. The book presents the current state legal
and institutional framework for conservation and management of forest genetic resources case
studies and best practices in the application of different conservation methods and techniques
(in situ and ex situ) as well as climate change aspects in this area. This book will be of
particular interest to scientists and experts in the field of forestry environmental
protection and rural development bachelor master and doctoral students as well as for anyone
interested in the conservation issues fuelled by ethical and economic motives.
