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Agricultural biotechnology in the 21st century: Promises and pitfalls

Author
Herdt, Robert W.
Abstract
Plant biotechnology promises many advantages and may significantly improve agricultural productivity, help feed people in developing countries, reduce pesticide use, and lead to a more sustainable agricultural system. Some people question each of these promises, but the balance of scientific opinion holds that the potential dangers associated with genetically engineered crops is small, especially compared to the potential benefits for regions of the world that will require considerably increased production.
Date Issued
1997Publisher
NABC
Subject
Agricultural biotechnology; environment; sustainable agriculture; drought tolerance; heat tolerance; pesticides; international agriculture; feeding the world; property rights; public funding of research;
Rights
Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International
Type
book chapter
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