SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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
Can GM food mitigate world hunger?
Six experts, writing in The New York Times, discuss options for ensuring food security in the face of growing populations and climate change.
CGIAR reforms make research decision-making distant
CGIAR reforms take research decisions too far away, says Hartmann, director-general of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA).
6 October 2009
|
EN
Intellectual property vital for agricultural innovation
5 October 2009
|
EN
Source: Intellectual Property Watch
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
|
EN
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
Mexico's GM maize a bad idea, say scientists
Scientists warn that Mexico is not prepared to protect its maize from transgenic varieties, and have called for trials to be blocked.
27 November 2009
|
EN
Source: Nature
GM potato gets roasting in South Africa
South African researchers have lodged an appeal against their government's rejection of a genetically modified potato.
Chickens immunised by GM peas
28 October 2009
|
EN
Mexico to allow GM maize
20 October 2009
|
ES
Source: Univisión / La Jornada / El Universal
Information Services
Missed the Global Health Forum 2009?
Our blog, by SciDev.Net columnist Priya Shetty, will fill you in, as will our interview with the Global Forum's Gill Samuels
