Top news of the week: 16.06.2020.
#biotechnology #biodegradable #foodwaste #environment #DYK
Food And Agriculture
Viewpoint: USDA relaxed its GMO, gene-edited crop rules—but not enough to foster biotech innovation @TheBTI @EmmaKovak https://t.co/WL4gcq3a9y
OpenViewpoint: USDA relaxed its GMO, gene-edited crop rules—but not enough to foster biotech innovation
USDA's SECURE rule fails to move beyond process-based regulation.
An 11-person task force comprised of scientists and industry leaders will map out recommendations for regulating gene editing in agriculture. https://t.co/2e88VEHiU1 @APLU_News
OpenUniversity coalition launches Gene Editing Task Force to advise FDA on animal biotech regulation
The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) today announced the
Farmers’ voices need to be heard; the serious problems they face have to be known. 4 farmers make the case for GMO crops. https://t.co/ExymORySY8 @luisventura
OpenViewpoint: Why the world needs GMOs—4 farmers make the case for biotech crops
The lopsided conversation between experienced farmers and clueless activists has severe consequences.
These scientists are concerned that regenerative agriculture’s “erroneous publicity” will divert New Zealand’s resources away from conventional and proven practices. https://t.co/jTMpWM4y39
OpenPlant scientists want New Zealand to fact check ‘mythology’ surrounding regenerative farming
Two prominent plant science academics have called for the establishment of an expert panel of scientists to review claims made about regenerative
RT @beanstalkagtech: Hope you can join us next week at the Future of Ag mini conference!
@AsiaSociety @AgFunder @FAO
https://t.co/bfcDftp47V
Open[WEBCAST] Mini-Conference: The Future of Agriculture – What Is Asia Doing to Avoid a Potential Food Crisis?
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Join our first online Mini-Conference featuring a keynote presentation by AgFoodTech’s Dr. Jaleh Daie, and three parallel breakout sessions with FAOs’ Sridhar Dharmapuri, AgFunder’s Michael ...
One big problem with carbon farming: there is little evidence that it works as well as promised. https://t.co/gBDNZY5APG @techreview
OpenViewpoint: Regenerative agriculture—carbon farming—is the ‘feel-good climate solution’ that doesn’t work as promised
Corporations, politicians, and environmentalists have all embraced carbon farming as the feel-good climate solution of the moment. Several leading
Genecis is a #biotechnology startup using bacteria to convert #foodwaste into #biodegradable products.
https://t.co/l6vUb8QYz9
@fredsoda @GBioindustries
OpenGenecis Transforms Wasted Food Into High-Value Materials
Food waste continues to be a major problem in North America. Luna Yu and Abdul Khogali recognized untapped opportunity laying dormant in food waste and created Genecis.
How do GM crops impact soil health? #DYK that GM crops can actually help keep agricultural soils healthy and productive. Healthy soil is fundamental for crop growth and food production. Less erosion and healthier soil, thanks to GMOs. #environment https://t.co/0LBoXTroHO https://t.co/Ed7G8Yfg8X
OpenHow do GM crops impact soil health?
GM crops can actually help keep agricultural soils healthy and productive. From serving as a biodiversity powerhouse to contributing to carbon sequestration, agricultural soils …