Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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The value of genetically modified (GM) crops to developing countries is hotly contested. While some say GM technology could help secure food supplies, others argue that its full environmental impacts are still unknown.
(Photo credit: Cedric Nunn/Biowatch)
Opinions and Analysis
Asia–Pacific Analysis: Launching a second Green Revolution
Feeding South-East Asia's rapidly growing population requires a second Green Revolution, says Crispin Maslog.
How to engage with farmers over GM crops
Farmers are more likely to use GM crops if they are involved in crop development in the right way, say Obidimma Ezezika and Justin Mabeya.
Africa needs new organisations that support innovation
13 December 2011
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Source: Science
Biomed Analysis: Engage the public on new technologies
16 November 2011
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Policy Briefs
Improving biosafety regulations for poor farmers
Reforming biosafety regulations can provide poor farmers with better access to genetically modified crops.
23 February 2010
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Source: International Food Policy Research Institute
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
News and Features
Anti-fungal property discovered in sugarcane
Brazilian scientists have identified a gene that enables sugarcane to defend itself from a fungal disease that reduces the crop’s productivity.
18 May 2012
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Source: Agencia FAPESP
Chile launches traditional seed database
Seed keepers from across Chile have contributed to a seed catalogue that aims to help farmers rescue traditional staple crops.
11 May 2012
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Pakistan debates GM cotton’s success
20 April 2012
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