Strategic Plan

HTIRC STRATEGIC PLAN – 2023-2027 (PDF 2 MB)

The mission of the Hardwood Tree Improvement & Regeneration Center (HTIRC) is to advance the
science and application of tree improvement, management, and protection of hardwood forests, with
emphasis in the Central Hardwood Forest Region.
The HTIRC will accomplish its mission during 2023-27 through five strategic directions:
1. Develop hardwood trees with desirable traits, using both classical tree breeding and novel tree
improvement techniques;
2. Improve management strategies and techniques to enhance the ecological sustainability and
economic benefits of hardwood forests;
3. Develop and demonstrate strategies to address existing and emerging threats to hardwood
forests;
4. Engage stakeholders and address their needs through communicating research findings and
management recommendations; and
5. Educate future leaders in tree improvement, management, and protection of hardwood forests.