Debunking the myths of GM crops for Africa : the case of Bt maize in Kenya
De Groote, H.
Debunking the myths of GM crops for Africa : the case of Bt maize in Kenya - Denver, CO (USA) : AAEA, 2004. - 35 pages - Computer File|Printed
Empirical evidence from research on Bt maize in Kenya puts to rest most concerns raised against GMOs, most importantly that the technology would not respond to the needs of poor farmers, but would be expensive and benefit only agro-business, and that it might decrease biodiversity. However, research results indicate that contamination of local varieties is likely through farmers’ seed selection practices and dissemination. Moreover, possible buildup of insect resistance requires careful monitoring and evaluation after release.
Text in English
Genetically modified organisms
Maize
Risk
Africa
Kenya
Debunking the myths of GM crops for Africa : the case of Bt maize in Kenya - Denver, CO (USA) : AAEA, 2004. - 35 pages - Computer File|Printed
Empirical evidence from research on Bt maize in Kenya puts to rest most concerns raised against GMOs, most importantly that the technology would not respond to the needs of poor farmers, but would be expensive and benefit only agro-business, and that it might decrease biodiversity. However, research results indicate that contamination of local varieties is likely through farmers’ seed selection practices and dissemination. Moreover, possible buildup of insect resistance requires careful monitoring and evaluation after release.
Text in English
Genetically modified organisms
Maize
Risk
Africa
Kenya