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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.
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Opinions and Analysis
GM tree research blocked by impossible recommendations
Essential field trials of GM trees are being hindered by anti-GM activists working through the Convention on Biological Diversity, say Steven H. Strauss and colleagues.
18 June 2009
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Source: Nature Biotechnology
A layered approach to biosafety in Southern Africa
A layered and cooperative approach would help Southern African countries harmonise their biosafety laws, says Julius Mugwagwa.
Agricultural genetics could help ensure food security
4 June 2009
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Source: Nature Genetics
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
Could genetically modified foods be a new source of allergens?
The allergy issue has raised many concerns about GM food, which have important implications. This policy brief by Clare Mills attempts to put concerns into perspective.
News and Features
Ethiopia's sorghum superhero
An agricultural scientist whose work in sorghum improvement has benefited African farmers has won the World Food Prize.
22 June 2009
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Source: World Food Prize
Promising microbicide can be produced by plants
A microbicide has shown promise in the lab and can be produced in plants — a double blow toHIV in the developing world, scientists say.
Scientists produce GM crops without foreign genes
8 June 2009
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