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Opinions archive results 1-20 of 49 in Agriculture & Environment and GM crops
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).
OPINION | 6 October 2009 | EN
Intellectual property vital for agricultural innovation
Intellectual property must be protected to encourage technical innovations in agriculture, says Javier Fernandez of CropLife Latin America.
OPINION | 5 October 2009 | EN
Local engagement key to bringing biotech to Africa
Moves to introduce biotechnology to Africa must consider the needs and values of local people, argues socioeconomist Wilhemina Quaye.
Gene banks essential in fight against climate change
Gene banks have a key role to play in the development of climate-proof crops, says agricultural scientist M. S. Swaminathan.
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.
OPINION | 18 June 2009 | EN
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
Translating genetics research is easier in agriculture than medicine, says a Nature Genetics editorial, and existing technologies can be used.
OPINION | 4 June 2009 | EN
GM crops and the Gene Giants: Bad news for farmers
Unproven and patented GM fixes will not help farmers in the South adapt to climate change, say Kathy Jo Wetter and Hope Shand.
Ecological engineering viable alternative to GM
Ecological engineering could provide better pest control than genetically modified crops, argue Josef Settele and colleagues.
GM crops deserve more reasoned debate
Debates around the potential benefits of GM crops for developing countries must be reasoned and evidence-based, says Albert Weale.
G8 must encourage biotech cooperation for Africa
G8 leaders must encourage cooperation in biotechnology to address Africa's food shortages, writes Calestous Juma.
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.
UN over-regulation inhibits new biotechnologies
The UN is inhibiting innovation through over-regulation of new biotechnologies, argues Henry I. Miller.
OPINION | 13 February 2008 | EN
Taking on biotechnology the African way
Africa must be free to explore the potential of agricultural biotechnology without undue European influence, says Jennifer Thomson.
OPINION | 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.
OPINION | 27 June 2007 | EN
Harmonising biosafety regulations within Africa
Africa needs harmonised biosafety policies that respect sovereignty and pool resources, says David Wafula.
OPINION | 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.
OPINION | 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.
OPINION | 12 June 2007 | EN
We need a 'slow race' for science-based development
Melissa Leach and Ian Scoones argue that enhanced citizen engagement is essential in making technology work for the poor.
OPINION | 19 July 2006 | EN
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