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Seeds for the Future: The Impact of Genetically Modified Crops on the Environment
Jennifer A. Thomson Manufacturer: Cornell University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0801473683 |
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Plants have long been genetically modified through crossbreeding and other basic agricultural techniques to make crops more resilient, nutritious, and profitable. In recent decades, however, advances in genetic engineering--including the ability to blend genetic material from animals with that of plants--have allowed farmers to grow crops that resist insect pests, weeds, viruses, and drought; provide increased iron or beta carotene; deliver vaccines and antibodies; reduce common allergens and pollutants; and augment marketable qualities such as delayed ripening. The complicated scientific, environmental, legal, cultural, and ethical issues surrounding these crops are being hotly debated all over the world. In Seeds for the Future, an internationally respected molecular geneticist and food researcher, Jennifer A. Thomson, describes how these crops are developed, distributed, and regulated.
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Eat Your Genes: How Genetically Modified Food Is Entering Our Diet, Revised and Updated Edition
Stephen Nottingham Manufacturer: Zed Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 184277347X |
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Excellent Book on An Important Topic .......2005-01-09
A most balanced view of a contentious subject........1999-10-09
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Genetically Modified Language: The Discourse of the GM Debate
Guy Cook Manufacturer: Routledge ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0415314682 |
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The GM debate is a war of words, which will be won as much by persuasive argument, as by action in the lab, field or supermarket. As the argument intensifies and the voices on all sides get louder, Genetically Modified Language cuts through the confusion and controversy to unpick the issues and ideology at the heart of the debate.
Examining the particular discourses of the key players in the arena, from the media to politicians, NGOs to Biotech corporations and research scientists to farmers, Guy Cook presents a critical analysis of the language of the GM debate, and how it influences policy and opinion. Each perspective has its own discourse and this can lead to misunderstanding and disagreement. Participants whose opinions are based around scientific, commercial, ethical or political concerns adopt differing styles of argument, metaphors and analogies, phrases and single words, and these can have quite different effects when they cross discoursal boundaries.
Written in a clear,
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Genetically Modified Crops
Nigel G. Halford Manufacturer: World Scientific Publishing Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1860943535 |
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Plant molecular biology came to the fore in the early 1980s and there has been tremendous growth in the subject since then. The study of plant genes and genomes and the development of techniques for the incorporation of novel or modified genes into plants eventually led to the commercialization of genetically modified (GM) crops in the mid-1990s. This was seen as the start of a biotechnological revolution in plant breeding. However, plant biotechnology has become one of the hottest debates of the age and, in Europe at least, one of the greatest challenges that plant scientists have ever faced.This book describes the history and development of the science and techniques that underpin plant biotechnology, GM crops that are grown commercially around the world and the new varieties that are being developed. It covers failures as well as successes. The safety record of GM crops is reviewed together with the legislation that has been adopted to cover their use. The book also deals with the concerns of consumers, the GM crop debate and the prospects for the technology.
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A great entry-level text book on Genetic Modification.......2003-07-25
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The Future of Genetically Modified Crops: Lessons from the Green Revolution
Felicia Wu Manufacturer: RAND Corporation ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0833036467 |
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Investigates the circumstances and processes required to establish the new Ogene Revolutiono in which genetically modified crops are tailored to address chronic agricultural problems in specific regions of the world.
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Genetically Modified Organisms in Agriculture: Economics and Politics
Gerald C. Nelson Manufacturer: Academic Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0125154224 |
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Genetically modified crops have become a topic of great interest among scientists, regulators, consumers, farmers, and politicians. Despite their potential benefits, public hostility toward these crops is causing dramatic changes to import/export policies, food safety regulations, and agricultural practices around the world. Genetically Modified Organisms in Agriculture provides a comprehensive overview of the subject and a balanced look at the costs and benefits of GMO products.Customer Reviews:
Nice intro to GMO ag issues.......2006-04-17
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High Tech Harvest: Understanding Genetically Modified Food Plants
Paul F. Lurquin Manufacturer: Westview Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0813339464 Release Date: 2002-05-28 |
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An on-the-ground research biologist tells a clear-eyed story of modern plant genetics, the human manipulation of biology, and the reality of genetically engineered plants worldwide.Genetically engineered plant products line the shelves of our grocery stores but we don't know which ones they are because no label identifies them. Should we be concerned? Biotech companies claim that engineered corn and canola are safe, but are they telling the truth? Should we, like the Europeans, be engaging in violent protests against biotechnology? In High Tech Harvest, Paul Lurquin answers these questions and more, believing that the public has a right to know and understand how its food is manipulated at the most basic level, that of the DNA itself. With the goal to inform, and a mission to reinforce the importance of the scientific method, Paul Lurquin writes a comprehensive and user-friendly description of the scientific origins, the development, and the applications of genetically modified plants throughout the world today.
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I'm an agronomist.......2007-08-11
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The Politics of Precaution: Genetically Modified Crops in Developing Countries (International Food Policy Research Institute)
Robert L. Paarlberg Manufacturer: International Food Policy Research Institute ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0801868238 |
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Genetically modified (GM) food crops have inspired increasing controversy over the past decade. By the mid-1990s they were widely grown in the U.S., Canada, and Argentina, but precautionary regulations continue to limit their use elsewhere. The restrictive policies of Europe and Japan toward GM crops have been much discussed. Less attention has been paid to the policies affecting the adoption of GM crops in the developing world, where their potential impact on the availability and quality of food is even greater.
In this book Robert Paarlberg looks at the policy choices regarding GM food made by four important developing countries: Kenya, Brazil, India, and China. Of these, so far only China has approved the planting of GM crops. Paarlberg identifies five policy areas in which governments of developing countries can either support or discourage GM crops: intellectual property rights, biosafety, trade, food safety, and public research and investment. He notes that highly cautious biosafety policies have so far been the key reason that Kenya, Brazil, and India have hesitated to plant GM crops. These cautious policies have been strongly reinforced by international market forces and international diplomatic and NGO pressures. China has been less cautious toward GM crops, in part because there is less opportunity in China for international organizations or independent critics of GM crops to challenge official policy.
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2005 Biotechnology Encyclopedia: Federal Research and Regulation, Bioengineered and Genetically Modified (GM) Crops, Seeds, Foods, and Drugs, Genetically Engineered (GE) Organisms, Agricultural Biotechnology, FDA, USDA, EPA, NIH, DOE (DVD-ROM)
U.S. Government , and U.S. Government Manufacturer: Progressive Management ProductGroup: Book Binding: DVD-ROM ASIN: 1422000370 |
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This important and up-to-date electronic book on DVD-ROM provides a comprehensive guide to biotechnology and federal government research and regulation activities involving this vital field. This collection of documents and papers from federal agencies, departments, and laboratories provides in-depth knowledge about ongoing research activities and highlights the potential of this amazing new technology. There is extensive material from every important agency and department involved with biotechnologies: * Energy Department (DOE) Biological and Environmental Research Program (BER) * Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Biopesticides, including pesticidal substances produced by plants containing added genetic material, plant incorporated protectants * EPA Biotechnology regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), final rules, microbial products of biotech, Pseudomonas putida and others * EPA oil program biological agents * EPA Science Coordination and Policy Biotechnology Plan * Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety programs, bioengineered corn, Pharmaceutical material, StarLink Corn, Traceback investigations, premarket reviews of bioengineered foods * GAO report on the evaluation process of genetically modified foods * Center for Biological Informatics of the U.S. Geological Survey, National Biological Information Infrastructure * National Cancer Institute, Frederick * Microbial Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology at the Department of Energy Oak Ridge! National Laboratory (ORNL) * U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) * USDA Food Safety Inspection Service * USDA Veterinary Biologics * Economic Research Service * Adoption of Biotechnology and Its Production Impacts * Marketing, Labeling, and Trade * Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration * National Agriculture Library (NAL) Biotechnology Information Resource The Federal Government has a coordinated, risk-based system to ensure new biotechnology products are safe for the environment and human and animal health. Established as a formal policy in 1986, the Coordinated Framework for Regulation of Biotechnology describes the Federal system for evaluating products developed using modern biotechnology. The Coordinated Framework is based upon health and safety laws developed to address specific product classes. The Government has written new regulations, policies and guidance to implement these laws for biotechnology as products developed. This framework has allowed the US to build upon agency experience with organisms and products developed using conventional techniques. This incredible DVD-ROM is packed with over 86,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search all the files on the disk at one time for words or phrases using just one search command! The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. Our news and educational CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs are privately compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched by finding specific words, or printed without untold hours of tedious research and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient,
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21st Century Complete Guide to Biotechnology: Federal Research and Regulation, Bioengineered and Genetically Modified (GM) Crops, Seeds, Foods, and Drugs, Genetically Engineered Organisms, Agricultural Biotechnology (2 CD-ROMs)
U.S. Government , and U.S. Government Manufacturer: Progressive Management ProductGroup: Book Binding: CD-ROM ASIN: 1422000354 |
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This important and up-to-date electronic book on two CD-ROMs provides a comprehensive guide to biotechnology and federal government research and regulation activities involving this vital field. This collection of documents and papers from federal agencies, departments, and laboratories provides in-depth knowledge about ongoing research activities and highlights the potential of this amazing new technology. There is extensive material from every important agency and department involved with biotechnologies: * Energy Department (DOE) Biological and Environmental Research Program (BER) * Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Biopesticides, including pesticidal substances produced by plants containing added genetic material, plant incorporated protectants * EPA Biotechnology regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), final rules, microbial products of biotech, Pseudomonas putida and others * EPA oil program biological agents * EPA Science Coordination and Policy Biotechnology Plan * Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety programs, bioengineered corn, Pharmaceutical material, StarLink Corn, Traceback investigations, premarket reviews of bioengineered foods * GAO report on the evaluation process of genetically modified foods * Center for Biological Informatics of the U.S. Geological Survey, National Biological Information Infrastructure * National Cancer Institute, Frederick * Microbial Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology at the Department of Energy Oak Ridge! National Laboratory (ORNL) * U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) * USDA Food Safety Inspection Service * USDA Veterinary Biologics * Economic Research Service * Adoption of Biotechnology and Its Production Impacts * Marketing, Labeling, and Trade * Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration * National Agriculture Library (NAL) Biotechnology Information Resource The Federal Government has a coordinated, risk-based system to ensure new biotechnology products are safe for the environment and human and animal health. Established as a formal policy in 1986, the Coordinated Framework for Regulation of Biotechnology describes the Federal system for evaluating products developed using modern biotechnology. The Coordinated Framework is based upon health and safety laws developed to address specific product classes. The Government has written new regulations, policies and guidance to implement these laws for biotechnology as products developed. This framework has allowed the US to build upon agency experience with organisms and products developed using conventional techniques. This incredible CD-ROM set is packed with over 86,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search all the files on the disk at one time for words or phrases using just one search command! The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. Our news and educational CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs are privately compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched by finding specific words, or printed without untold hours of tedious research and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenBooks:
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