Sustainability & Climate Change
Food production needs are expected to roughly double over the next 35 years as the world population grows and people in under developed countries become more affluent and demand more calories. Healthy ecosystems are vital to the survival of all organisms. How can we grow crops without harming the environment? How can we balance technology and global food security? What is the right balance of organic and conventional farming? What role can genetics and biotechnology play without compromising the needs of tomorrow?
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Australians create fungus resistant wheat by removing a gene
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Organic farmers discuss GMO cross-pollination concerns
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Both sides of the GMO food fight are fighting for the same ends
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First African study on biodiversity in GM maize finds insects abundant
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Environmentalists’ stance on GMOs betrays progressive values
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