Answers to the food crisis
Three essays, published by the International Food Policy Research Institute, offer perspectives on the global food crisis.
Source: IFPRI
SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Opinions
Here is a list of the latest articles
G8 must encourage biotech cooperation for Africa
G8 leaders must encourage cooperation in biotechnology to address Africa's food shortages, writes Calestous Juma.
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.
Source: Harvard International Review
Taking on biotechnology the African way
Africa must be free to explore the potential of agricultural biotechnology without undue European influence, says Jennifer Thomson.
27 June 2007 | EN
Is Africa being bullied into growing GM crops?
Africa must not let multinational corporations and international donors dictate its biotechnology agenda, says David Fig.
27 June 2007 | EN
Harmonising biosafety regulations within Africa
Africa needs harmonised biosafety policies that respect sovereignty and pool resources, says David Wafula.
12 June 2007 | EN
Third generation GM crops: an opportunity for Africa
With the right investment, Africa could get real benefits from growing the latest GM crops, says Idah Sithole-Niang.
12 June 2007 | EN
Will Kenya's Biosafety Bill of 2005 ever become law?
Kenya needs public support to force its hand on the benefits and risks of growing genetically modified crops, argues Patricia Kameri-Mbote.
12 June 2007 | EN
Information Services
The global food crisis
A series of articles debate key issues such as GM technology, media reporting and agricultural policymaking
