https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=gm&parent=agricultureGM RSS feeds.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:16:15 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/mexicos-scientists-urge-rules-on-gene-edited-crops/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/mexicos-scientists-urge-rules-on-gene-edited-crops/Mexican scientists call for regulations to distinguish between gene-edited and genetically modified (GM) crops. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:43:03 GMT+0000Aleida Ruedahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/ghana-launches-first-gmo-crop-amid-debate/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/ghana-launches-first-gmo-crop-amid-debate/Ghana's decision to commercialise GMO cowpea sparks debate over food security, environmental impact, and public health. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:25:24 GMT+0000Justice Baidoo, Theodore Abiwuhttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/nigerian-farmers-scientists-divided-over-gm-maize/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/nigerian-farmers-scientists-divided-over-gm-maize/Genetically modified TELA maize offers higher yields and disease resistance but some farmers remain concerned. Thu, 18 Jul 2024 10:21:02 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/gm-food-crops-yet-to-crack-indias-vast-farms/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/gm-food-crops-yet-to-crack-indias-vast-farms/GM firms struggle to penetrate India’s vast market as highest court blocks sowing of genetically-modified crops. Fri, 29 Sep 2023 01:58:54 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/despite-clearing-hurdle-public-cant-sample-gm-rice-yet/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/despite-clearing-hurdle-public-cant-sample-gm-rice-yet/Philippines clears Golden Rice for commercial production but it may take time before it reaches consumers. Tue, 3 Aug 2021 12:00:27 GMT+0000Melanie Sisonhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/who-guidance-weighs-risks-rewards-of-gm-mosquitoes/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/who-guidance-weighs-risks-rewards-of-gm-mosquitoes/Genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes are touted as the answer to dengue and malaria, but questions remain over safety and ethics. Wed, 2 Jun 2021 12:00:15 GMT+0000Sanjeet Bagcchihttps://www.scidev.net/global/column/golden-rices-unfulfilled-promise/https://www.scidev.net/global/column/golden-rices-unfulfilled-promise/Golden Rice, announced two decades ago as the answer to Vitamin A deficiency, is nowhere near production. Sat, 22 May 2021 02:43:48 GMT+0000Crispin Masloghttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/shorter-time-for-banana-breeding-1/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/shorter-time-for-banana-breeding-1/The time it takes to create better banana hybrids could be cut by several years. Tue, 3 Apr 2018 04:13:43 GMT+0000Baraka Rateng’https://www.scidev.net/global/news/found-genetic-markers-against-deadly-cassava-viruses-x/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/found-genetic-markers-against-deadly-cassava-viruses-x/Scientists identify genetic markers for aiding the creation of cassava varieties resistant to two deadly viruses. Fri, 15 Sep 2017 12:00:44 GMT+0000Esther Nakkazihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/gm-crop-delays-mean-africa-misses/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/gm-crop-delays-mean-africa-misses/Lives and economic benefits are lost as African governments grapple with adoption of GM crops, a study suggests. Fri, 25 Aug 2017 01:45:26 GMT+0000Nelson Mandela Ogemahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/gm-crops-bounce-back/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/gm-crops-bounce-back/Despite problems with regulators in many countries, GM crops are gaining acceptance, says an industry watcher. Mon, 24 Jul 2017 01:50:15 GMT+0000Joiada Cruzatehttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-transgenic-sugarcane-controversy/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-transgenic-sugarcane-controversy/The approval of a GM variety that kills a devastating pest in cane fields gets mixed reactions. Tue, 20 Jun 2017 11:32:42 GMT+0000Luisa Massaranihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/india-biosafety-gm-food-crop-politics/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/india-biosafety-gm-food-crop-politics/India’s attempt to introduce its first genetically modified food crop gets prolonged over biosafety concerns. Mon, 5 Jun 2017 01:47:06 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/global/features/gm-drive-malaria-gene-editing/https://www.scidev.net/global/features/gm-drive-malaria-gene-editing/DNA editing technology set on permanently disrupting spread of the disease negotiates promise and risks. Tue, 2 May 2017 02:41:40 GMT+0000Lamine Konkobohttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/genetics-boost-sugarcane-production/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/genetics-boost-sugarcane-production/Brazilian researchers have identified genes that prolong harvest by helping sugar cane store more sucrose. Thu, 20 Apr 2017 01:12:15 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/news/rna-green-alternative-plant-pesticides-tech/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/rna-green-alternative-plant-pesticides-tech/Biodegradable spray that targets plant virus with RNA technology set to enter field trials in Australia. Thu, 26 Jan 2017 02:40:30 GMT+0000Neena Bhandarihttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/biotech-climate-fight/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/biotech-climate-fight/Poor nations shouldn’t miss out on advances such as lab-cultured meat and low-methane GM rice, says Jayson Merkley. Tue, 31 May 2016 04:09:56 GMT+0000Jayson Merkleyhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/fortified-rice-risk-hookworm-infections/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/fortified-rice-risk-hookworm-infections/Cambodian children fed rice with added micronutrients were more at risk than those fed plain rice, finds study. Wed, 3 Feb 2016 09:05:27 GMT+0000Mike Iveshttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-zika-gm-mosquitoes/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-zika-gm-mosquitoes/Release cut numbers of the insect, which spreads Zika and dengue fever, by 82 per cent in Piracicaba. Wed, 27 Jan 2016 04:07:46 GMT+0000Catarina Chagashttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/kenya-approves-gm-maize-release/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/kenya-approves-gm-maize-release/Government agency demands more field trials before pest-resistant seeds can be cultivated. Thu, 21 Jan 2016 11:33:42 GMT+0000Gilbert Nakweya