Essays about: "Emma Lif"

Found 2 essays containing the words Emma Lif.

1. 1. Students’ perceptions of genetically modified organisms : what is required to increase acceptance?

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of People and Society

   Author : Emma Lif; [2023]
   Keywords : Genetically modified organisms; perceptions; acceptance; students; qualitative semi-structured interviews;

   Abstract : Producing enough food for the world's growing population is a challenge that puts great pressure on the agricultural food system to ensure global food security Furthermore, climate change is additionally exacerbating this challenge. Part of the solution could be genetically modified organisms (GMOs), but their use has been a source of controversy among various actors that have hindered their adoption. READ MORE

3. 2. Is Bt cotton a magic wand? : A Minor Field Study about farmers' experiences of Bt cotton cultivation, Maharashtra, India

   University essay from Tema vatten i natur och samhälle

   Author : Linda Dubec; Emma Lif; [2011]
   Keywords : Bt cotton; farmers’ experiences; India; pesticides; yields;

   Abstract : This study aimed to examine farmers’ descriptions of their experiences of cultivating Bt cotton and to see whether or not the farmers’ descriptions of their experiences are in coherence with the purposes with Bt cotton. This was carried out through qualitative semi-structured interviews with Bt cotton farmers in Vidarbha, Maharashtra, and a qualitative content analysis of the farmers’ descriptions. READ MORE