[arthurus]

Yes. IF it would be profitable such that taxpayers are not paying for the project.

[Harmless Teddy Bear]

It already has been done. The modified tree has a gene from the wheat plant added to it that makes it immune to the fungus. The tree is ready to go. The EPA just needs to give the go ahead.

I am trying to grow American Chestnuts seedling that come from a survivor tree that is about 200 years old. If even one proves to be resistant to the fungus it will be a step forward. But only a small step. We have been attempting to breed a naturally resistant tree that will pass on it's immunity for some time.