Essays about: "positive and negative impact gmo"

Found 2 essays containing the words positive and negative impact gmo.

1. 1. GMOs for Development

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Milica Stojanovic; [2015]
   Keywords : Genetically Modified Organisms; European Union; Policy Coherence for Development; Millennium Development Goals; sub-Saharan Africa.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Given the increasing world population, prices and greenhouse gas emissions, there is a need to innovate agriculture in order to accelerate crop productivity sustainably. These issues are compounded in developing countries, which often face severe droughts, famine, and have limited access to drinking water. READ MORE

3. 2. Genetically modified organisms and the World Trade Organization The EC - Biotech case at the crossroads of genetic engineering, world trade and EU politics

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Pieternella Cijvat; [2006]
   Keywords : GMO; genetically modified organisms; world trade; World Trade Organization; EU policies; Environmental studies; Miljöstudier; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are controversial, especially for food and feed products, mainly due to potential benefits and potential risks. Advocates claim substantial yield improvements and reduced pesticide usage, while opponents claim contamination of non-GMO crops and damage to health and the environment. READ MORE