The Gene Revolution: GM Crops and Unequal Development
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The Gene Revolution: GM Crops and Unequal Development is a 2006 book by Professor Sakiko Fukuda-Parr
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While some people do not support genetic manipulation (GM), others view it as the necessary technological solution to limited agricultural output, increasing populations, and climate change
. The book provides a detailed analysis of the pros and cons of GM adoption in developing countries which are dealing with poverty and competing in the global economy.
Sakiko Fukuda-Parr
Sakiko Fukuda-Parr is a development economist who has gained recognition for her work with the United Nations Development Programme and for her writing in publications including the Journal of Human Development, which she founded....
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While some people do not support genetic manipulation (GM), others view it as the necessary technological solution to limited agricultural output, increasing populations, and climate change
Climate change
Climate change is a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It may be a change in average weather conditions or the distribution of events around that average...
. The book provides a detailed analysis of the pros and cons of GM adoption in developing countries which are dealing with poverty and competing in the global economy.