Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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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.
(Photo credit: Monsanto)
Opinions and Analysis
Africa needs new organisations that support innovation
The scientific community should create new intergovernmental organisations that promote innovative science in Africa, says Calestous Juma.
13 December 2011
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Source: Science
We have the tools to prevent another famine in Africa
Success stories show that food crises can be controlled with the right tools and agricultural policies, says Sam Dryden.
4 October 2011
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Source: The Globe and Mail
Policy Briefs
Advancing research to support smallholder farmers
Scientists can help smallholder farmers get more out of their crops in changing food markets.
1 September 2011
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Source: Science
Controlling insect pests with GM technology
Genetically modified insects provide a new method for controlling insect-borne diseases and agricultural insect pests.
8 July 2010
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Source: The Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
News and Features
Panama is first to benefit from fund to tackle biopiracy
A bioprospecting project in Panama is the first to be funded by the Nagoya Protocol Implementation Fund.
Nepal leads biogas collaboration
Nepal plans to expand its household biogas programme, a model for developing countries, into commercial use.
24 January 2012
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