Genetically modified crops/ [by] Nigel G. Halford.

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Halford, Nigel G

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: ENG Publication details: London : Imperial College Press, c2012.Edition: 2nd edDescription: x, 182 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cmISBN:

9781911299752(pbk.):

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DDC classification:

23rd 631.5233 HAL/G

Summary: This book covers the history and development of the science and techniques that underpin plant biotechnology. It describes the GM crops that are or have been grown commercially around the world, including failures as well as successes, and the new varieties that are being developed. The safety record of GM crops is reviewed together with the legislation that has been adopted to cover their use.he book also deals with the concerns of consumers, the GM crop debate and the prospects for the technology.

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This book covers the history and development of the science and techniques that underpin plant biotechnology. It describes the GM crops that are or have been grown commercially around the world, including failures as well as successes, and the new varieties that are being developed. The safety record of GM crops is reviewed together with the legislation that has been adopted to cover their use.he book also deals with the concerns of consumers, the GM crop debate and the prospects for the technology.

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