Crop Biotechnology and the Future of Food: A Scientific Assessment

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October 31, 2005
CAST Commentary

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62300/1cm1ep75

Authors

Bruce M. Chassy

Dept. of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana

Wayne Parrott

Dept. of Crop and Soil Sciences, University of Georgia

Richard Roush

Dept. of Entomology, University of California, Davis

Abstract

This CAST Commentary provides an up-to-date evaluation of the use of biotechnology in crop production. The concise, fact-based document addresses the science behind the issues.

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Reviewers

Susan Harlander

BIOrational Consultants, New Brighton, Minnesota

Alan McHughen

Biotechnology Specialist, Univ. of California, Riverside

Jeffrey Wolt

Biosafety Inst. for Genetically, Modified Ag. Products, Iowa State University, Ames

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