Comment on sustainability and innovation in staple crop production in the US Midwest (2014)
Type of Content
Journal ArticlePublisher
University of Canterbury. School of ForestryCollections
Abstract
This comment highlight issues when comparing genetically modified (GM) crops to non-GM ones across countries. Ignoring structural differences between agricultural sectors and assuming common yield trajectories before the time of introduction of GM crops results on misestimating the effect of GM varieties. Further data collection and analyses should guide policy-makers to encourage diverse approaches to agriculture, rather than excluding specific technologies (like GM crops) from the onset
Citation
Apiolaza, L.A. (2014) Comment on sustainability and innovation in staple crop production in the US Midwest. International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability, 12(4), pp. 383-386.This citation is automatically generated and may be unreliable. Use as a guide only.
Keywords
genetic modification; biotechnology; productivity; economicsANZSRC Fields of Research
07 - Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences::0703 - Crop and Pasture Production30 - Agricultural, veterinary and food sciences::3002 - Agriculture, land and farm management::300210 - Sustainable agricultural development
10 - Technology::1001 - Agricultural Biotechnology
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