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@GMOAnswers shared
On Jun 14, 2022
Consumer paradox: As media turn less negative on genetically modified crops, Canadian consumers remain ambivalent about innovative food products https://t.co/RfCPzP1F91 via @GeneticLiteracy @stuartsmyth66
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Consumer paradox: As media turn less negative on genetically modified crops, Canadian consumers remain ambivalent about innovative food products

Consumer paradox: As media turn less negative on genetically modified crops, Canadian consumers remain ambivalent about innovative food products

Canadians have high trust in Canada’s food safety system, but not new food productsGauging consumer attitudes to genetically modified (GM) crops has been taking place for over 20 years, ...

@modestannedi shared
On Jun 16, 2022
RT @RSaik: Interesting how Nigeria has a campaign to demonstrate to consumers that Bt Cowpea is good for then and is a game changer for farmers. USDA, OFAB Give Rationale For GM ‘Eating Is Believing’ Campaign | Science Nigeria https://t.co/oHZ8fjomdI
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USDA, OFAB Give Rationale For GM ‘Eating Is Believing’ Campaign

USDA, OFAB Give Rationale For GM ‘Eating Is Believing’ Campaign

A cross section of stakeholders during the Eating is Believing campaign in Lagos. The Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology in Africa (OFAB), Nigeria Chapter and the African Agricultural ...

@BioBeef shared
On Jun 16, 2022
RT @ISAAASciSpeaks: China's new rules for #geneedited plants released in January 2022 are set to overhaul the country's seed industry and remove the lengthy field trials once applied to GM crops. Read about the key developments in China in Science Speaks: https://t.co/Lxx9dJCsKc https://t.co/pQ7o7q26Bq
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Key Developments in Agriculture Help Ensure Food Security for the World's Growing Population

Key Developments in Agriculture Help Ensure Food Security for the World's Growing Population

In June 2022, the global population has reached a staggering 8 billion, which is expected to increase to 9.8 billion in 2050. As countries face the overwhelming challenges brought by the ...

@gmopundit shared
On Jun 15, 2022
RT @Iuisventura: Pressure mounts on EU and NZ to review their strict anti-GMO policies Two anti-GMO stalwarts — the EU and New Zealand — are showing signs of softening their stance toward the technology in the face of climate change impacts and pressure to innovate. https://t.co/GHrY9WDWGz
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Pressure mounts on EU and NZ to review their strict anti-GMO policies

Pressure mounts on EU and NZ to review their strict anti-GMO policies

Two anti-GMO stalwarts — the European Union (EU) and New Zealand — are showing signs of softening their stance toward the technology in the face of climate change impacts and pressure to ...

@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 15, 2022
Philippine Biosafety Systems, Organic Agriculture and Co-Existence https://t.co/sLl94zvS09
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Philippine Biosafety Systems, Organic Agriculture and Co-Existence

Philippine Biosafety Systems, Organic Agriculture and Co-Existence

ISAAA Inc., in partnership with Winrock International through the Boosting Food Safety in the Philippines (B-SAFE) Project, will hold the webinar on Philippine Biosafety Systems, Organic ...

@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 17, 2022
South African economist hopes China’s embrace of biotech inspires Africa https://t.co/BZidSu25Qw
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China to adopt genetically modified maize and soy: why it matters for South Africa

China to adopt genetically modified maize and soy: why it matters for South Africa

If China progressively increases production and becomes a consistent net exporter of maize, South Africa would have to explore markets elsewhere.

@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 17, 2022
NGO treatise outlines agroecology transition from science discipline to political movement https://t.co/74M0fzoUSd
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Agroecology takes center stage in the global agenda for transforming agriculture and food systems

Agroecology takes center stage in the global agenda for transforming agriculture and food systems

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@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 17, 2022
Nigerian officials tout genome editing ability to boost food production https://t.co/5IBOKXtguO
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Boosting Nigeria’s food production capacity via biotechnology, genomics

Boosting Nigeria’s food production capacity via biotechnology, genomics

Boosting Nigeria’s food production capacity via biotechnology, genomics Boosting Nigeria’s food production capacity via biotechnology, genomics By

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