Landscape Genomics Consulting for Restoration
We provide genomics-based decision support to help land managers and restoration practitioners select plant materials that establish, persist, and support resilient ecosystems under changing environmental conditions.
Why genomics matters for restoration
Restoration outcomes depend on whether plant materials are genetically suited to the environments in which they are deployed. Traditional seed sourcing approaches—such as geographic proximity or generalized seed zones—often fail to capture adaptive genetic variation across landscapes.
As a result, restoration efforts can experience:
poor establishment
reduced resilience to environmental stress
long-term maladaptation under shifting climate conditions
Genomic data provides a direct way to evaluate how populations are adapted across environmental gradients and to reduce these risks.
What we do
We integrate genome-wide data, climate variables, and environmental gradients to identify patterns of local adaptation and translate those patterns into actionable guidance for restoration and land management.
Our work focuses on producing outputs that can be directly used in planning, implementation, and decision-making.
Core capabilities
Landscape genomic analyses of population structure and diversity
Genotype–environment association (GEA) modeling
Climate-informed genetic offset and risk assessment
Spatial modeling of adaptive variation across landscapes
Integration of genomic data with environmental and climate datasets
What you receive
Maps of adaptive genetic variation and population structure
Seed transfer recommendations aligned with current and future climates
Quantitative assessments of genetic risk and maladaptation
Technical reports designed for management application
GIS-compatible datasets for integration into planning workflows
Applications
Post-disturbance restoration (fire, drought, land degradation)
Seed sourcing for large-scale revegetation projects
Evaluation of genetic risks under climate variability
Development of region- or species-specific restoration strategies
Support for agency planning and decision-making
Why Landscape Stewardship Collective
We specialize in translating complex genomic data into practical guidance for land managers, restoration practitioners, and seed programs. Our work bridges the gap between advanced genomic analysis and real-world decision-making.
Unlike traditional academic or sequencing-focused approaches, we emphasize:
direct applicability to management decisions
integration with environmental and climate data
clear, interpretable outputs designed for use in the field
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We work with agencies, NGOs, and partners to design projects that align genomic insights with restoration outcomes.