Seed Collection

Every year we plan and manage a proactive and comprehensive seed collection program for multiple tree species. We regularly collect seed for multiple tree species (conifers and deciduous) such as: Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, lodgepole pine, trembling aspen, black cottonwood, red alder, and paper birch.

Since 2021, we have collected enough seed to cultivate 36 million trees.

Our programs are proactive in that they directly address seed security by focusing on rare but important provenances. We believe collecting seed is an integral piece of forest conservation that supports forest adaptation and resilience. Healthy and vigorous forests are key to fighting climate change.

Through our relationship with the National Tree Seed Centre (NTSC), we are eager to contribute to the Indigenous Seed Collection Program.

The Federal Government’s Indigenous Seed Collection Program is intended to build the capacity of Indigenous communities to collect seeds from tree species of cultural, spiritual, and economic importance to those communities.

By facilitating NTSC resources and proficiencies, we aim to empower Indigenous communities’ commitments to the conservation and restoration of their land by supporting their seed collection initiatives.

Our adaptability is what sets our seed collection division apart from others. We are able to source seeds specifically to meet our project needs and those of our partners and clients.

Conifer Collection

Cariboo Carbon Solutions plans and manages multiple seed collection programs for conifer species each year. CCS collects seed from BEC zones across BC to meet the seed needs for our reforestation programs and for provincial seed requirements and private sales.

If you are interested in having the CCS team collaborate with you on a cone collection project please reach out to seed@cariboocarbon.ca

We use many collection methods such as: