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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Modern biotechnology is opening up new opportunities for scientists and plant breeders to improve crops and control plant pests and diseases, to help farmers in the developing world.
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Opinions and Analysis
G8 must encourage biotech cooperation for Africa
G8 leaders must encourage cooperation in biotechnology to address Africa's food shortages, writes Calestous Juma.
4 July 2008
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Source: The Japan Times
Africa should invest in GMOs for small farmers
Africa needs a Green Revolution, including local research into genetically engineered crops for small farmers, says Robert Paarlberg.
Help the poor lift yields to fight food price rises
18 June 2008
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Policy Briefs
The case for joint action on biotechnology in Africa
What are the main issues that African nations face in forthcoming negotiations on biotechnology and biosafety?
4 June 2007
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Source: The International Institute for Sustainable Development
The role of non-GM biotechnology in developing world agriculture
An overview of the various ways in which techniques that do not involve genetic modification can helping plant breeders to develop and propagate new crop varieties.
1 February 2006
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News and Features
A-maizing: Asia's drought-resistant maize varieties
The first drought-tolerant maize varieties developed by the Asian Maize Network, established to tackle poor harvests, are showing promise.
India under fire for 'misleading' biosafety statements
The Indian government has been accused of misleading the international community over its biosafety framework, but denies the allegations.
Mutant wheat aiding Kenya food security
20 May 2008
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Source: International Atomic Energy Agency
