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Transgenic Crops: An Introduction And Resource Guide
in the next millennium. Plant biotechnology will facilitate the farming of crops with multiple durable resistance to
http://www.colostate.edu/programs/lifesciences/TransgenicCrops

Extractions: Lacy Fuller (Web Master) The goal of this web site is to provide balanced information and links to other resources on the technology and issues surrounding transgenic crops (also known as genetically modified or GM crops). The site's authors are engaged in plant genetics research and teaching at Colorado State University. They receive no funds from companies involved in transgenic crop development, nor are they affiliated with groups campaigning against such crops. Funding for the web site currently comes from a three-year grant by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Initiative for Future Agriculture and Food Systems program. To begin navigating through the site, click one of the topics on the menu bar at left.
DuPont Biotechnology | Questions About Food Allergies
Regulatory agencies in the US and other countries have determined that biotechnologycrops are as nutritious and safe as similar crops already on the market.
http://www.dupont.com/biotech/science_knowledge/methods/faq.htm

Extractions: Frequently Asked Questions Biotechnology Methods What biotech crops does DuPont currently market? DuPont currently markets insect resistant (Bt) corn and herbicide tolerant corn, soybeans and canola. These products, sold under the Pioneer® brand, provide farmers with new crop management options and increased productivity. Before being marketed, these products were rigorously tested and reviewed by regulatory authorities for food safety, environmental impacts and product performance. More Info Return to table of contents How do we know whether the methods of biotechnology have unintentionally changed the nutritional value of a crop?
Biotechnology Creates A Green Gene Revolution
The big news for food security concerns crops created through biotechnology,or bioengineered crops. biotechnologyderived crops can
http://usinfo.state.gov/topical/global/biotech/99072900.htm

Extractions: USIA Staff Writer W hat is biotechnology? Agricultural biotechnology is a collection of scientific techniques, including genetic engineering, that are used to create, improve, or modify plants, animals, and microorganisms. The big news for food security concerns crops created through biotechnology, or bioengineered crops. In many cases, the crops you see on farms today bear little resemblance to the original plants from which they have evolved. That is because farmers have painstakingly selected plants for particular characteristics, carefully bred them and, through constant care and cross-breeding, have created plants with improved yields or some other desirable trait. But traditional breeding must be done among closely related species, and often unwanted genes conferring undesired characteristics can be transferred along with the desired characteristics. Furthermore, this all takes a great deal of time it took many generations of patient and persistent farmers to produce the modern major crops that you find in your local market. Modern techniques now enable scientists to offer farmers new crops by moving specific genes (and their desirable traits) in ways farmers could not do before and with greater ease and precision. Also, scientists can use the newer genetic techniques to move genes among unrelated species to yield plants with novel traits that cannot be produced by traditional breeding. One such novel trait could be, say, the ability to resist herbicides, thus allowing more efficient application of herbicides to kill weeds without harming the crops.
The Pew Initiative On Food And Biotechnology: Genetically Modified Crops Could B
directly in this study was whether the genes from the GM crops could pass to Copyright© 2003 The Pew Initiative on Food and biotechnology A project of the
http://pewagbiotech.org/newsroom/summaries/display.php3?NewsID=365
Biotechnology Of Food Crops In Developing Countries Edited By T. Hohn And K.M. L
Outlines books topics about how to network new findings and current plants being genetically engineered .Category Science Biology biotechnology Publicationsbiotechnology of Food crops Book from CHIPS. biotechnology of Foodcrops in Developing Countries edited by T. Hohn and KM Leisinger
http://www.chipsbooks.com/biotecfd.htm

Extractions: edited by T. Hohn and K.M. Leisinger Recent advances in gene technology, plant transformation and the growing knowledge of DNA sequences of plants as well as of their most important parasites and symbionts offer many interesting prospects for the breeding of new crop varieties. In this book experts present opportunities to improve the efficiency of conventional plant breeding programs also taking into account the ethical and sociopolitical aspects of these technologies. Contents Contribution of Genetic Engineering to the Fight Against Hunger in Developing Countries Networking Biotechnology Solutions with Developing Countries: The Mission and Strategy of the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications Background: The Challenge Creation of ISAAA: The Institutional Response Program Biosafety Regulatory Department: A Special Case Strategy Organization And Who Benefits?
Biotechnology In Agriculture And Forestry: Transgenic Crops I
biotechnology in Agriculture and Forestry Transgenic crops I compilesthis information on cereals, grasses, legumes, and oilseed crops.
http://www.chipsbooks.com/bioag.htm

Extractions: edited by Y.P.S. Bajaj Recently, there has been tremendous progress in the genetic transformation of agricultural crops, and plants resistant to insects, herbicides, and diseases have been produced, field tested and patented. Biotechnology in Agriculture and Forestry: Transgenic Crops I compiles this information on cereals, grasses, legumes, and oilseed crops. This book is of special interest to advanced students, teachers, and research workers in the field of plant breeding, genetics, molecular biology, plant tissue culture, and plant biotechnology in general. Contents: Section I: Cereals and Grasses: Transgenic Rice Oryza sativa Transgenic Wheat Triticum spp. Genetic Egineering of Corn: Sustainability of Shoot Tip Meristem in Genetic Transformation Transgenic Barley Hordeum vulgare Transgenic Sorghum Sorghum bicolor Transgenic Pearl Millet Pennisetum glaucum Transgenic Triticale Triticum durum x Secale cereale Transgenic Bentgrass Agrostis spp.
USDA Home APHIS Home PPQ Home Mission, Org. Charts, Etc.
Lists the rules and procedures for obtaining and keeping a permit to work with genetically modified Category Science Biology biotechnology research on adoption and impacts of biotechnology in the US and other information.See Biology of Crop Plants useful summaries for 7 major crops species;
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/biotech/
Crops, Agricultural
for Plant biotechnology and Agriculture (LIBA). General information is given on theLab, along with contact details, the scientific approach, the crops studied
http://bioresearch.ac.uk/browse/mesh/detail/C0242775L0278822.html

Extractions: Biotechnology in our food chain An educational project, which is the first online project from the public information service, Biotechnology In Our Future, from the John Innes Centre. It is a collaborative project between the John Innes Centre, the Institute of Food Research, and the Teacher-Scientist Network. The project is funded by The Gatsby Charitable Foundation. Information is provided here on what biotechnology is, on biotechnology and farming, food production, environment and consumer issues, expert opinions, further reading, a glossary, and related Web sites. The consumer issues section includes information on consumer concerns, choice, food safety, ethics and genetic modification. Published on the Web by the John Innes Centre. Biotechnology Crops, Agricultural Food Genetic Engineering ... Genetically modified crops: the ethical and social issues A report from a Working Party at the Nuffield Council on Bioethics, on the ethical and social issues surrounding GM technology. This report was published in May 1999. Chapters are included on the scientific and ethical principles of genetic technologies, the scientific basis of genetic modification, issues related to commercial implementation, the impact on developing countries, consumer choice and food quality, the environmental impact, policy, and conclusions and recommendations. Provided on the Web by the Nuffield Foundation, an independent charity providing grants for research and innovation. The report is provided in HTML format and in PDF (requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader).
GMO Crops - Biotechnology Food Agriculture
purchase from the supermarket today have ingredients derived from genetically modifiedcrops. most consumers were unaware of the use of biotechnology in foods.
http://biotech.cas.psu.edu/articles/gmo_crops.htm
Biotechnology: Gene Expression In Cereal Crops, June 1992 - May 1994, QB 94-57
TITLE biotechnology Gene Expression in Cereal crops, June 1992 May 1994, QB94-57 PUBLICATION DATE May 1994 ENTRY DATE November, 1994 EXPIRATION DATE
http://www.nal.usda.gov/bic/Biblios/qb9457.html

Extractions: Dordrecht : Kluwer Academic Publishers; 1993 Jan. Plant molecular biology : an international journal on molecular biology, biochemistry and genetic engineering v. 21 (2): p. 355-362; 1993 Jan. Includes references. Language: English Descriptors: Zea mays; Transposable elements; Loci; Alleles; Opaque-2 maize; Structural genes; Dna binding proteins; Exons; Mutations; Mutants; Mutagenesis; Genetic regulation; Gene expression; Messenger RNA 2 NAL Call. No.: QK710.P68 3'-end processing of the maize 27 kDa zein mRNA. Wu, L.; Ueda, T.; Messing, J.
Crops - Genetic Engineering
applications; Human and animal biotechnologyincluding cloning; Commercializationand development of transgenic crops; General biotechnology Web sites.
http://psci-com.org.uk/browse/detail/f2290b9fafd67304c18a114bf7b3ee68.html

Extractions: Friends of the Earth real food campaign Web pages of the environmental pressure group Friends of the Earth's Real food campaign. The information contained on the site supports the FoE's stand against GM foods, use of pesticides and the detrimental effect of intensive farming on the environment. The site contains information about the campaigns, background papers and press releases. Crops - Genetic engineering Genetically modified foods Food - Quality Genetically modified crops: the ethical and social issues Produced and published by the Nuffield Council on Bioethics, this report was released in 1999 and focuses on the ethical and social issues surrounding the development and use of genetically modified crops. Chapter headings cover: genetic technologies: scientific possibilities and ethical issues; the scientific basis of genetic modification; issues related to commercial implementation; impact on developing countries: implications for UK policy; consumer choice and food quality; the environmental impact of genetically modified plants; from principles to policy; and conclusions and recommendations. The report is supported with appendixes, is 171 pages long, and is available in both html and pdf format (requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader). Description courtesy of Agrifor. Bioethics Crops - Genetic engineering Biotechnology - Government policy Food - Biotechnology ... Genetically Modified Plants for Food Use A report on the use of genetically modified plants for food, produced by a group of experts appointed by the Royal Society, an independent UK scientific academy. Dated September 1998. The report covers what genetic modification is, regulation, whether genes will transfer from GMOs, whether GM crops will harm the environment, and other issues. A list of recommendations are provided. The document is accessible in pdf from the Reports and Statements internal search engine. Adobe Acrobat is needed to read .pdf files. Description courtesy of OMNI.
Food - Biotechnology
todate information concerning the science of GM (Genetically modified) crops andother Links to related sites such as biotechnology in our Food Chain and Food
http://psci-com.org.uk/browse/detail/7d8c962889ad4ad6a79e55b30218abc9.html

Extractions: AgBioForum AgBioForum is an online journal devoted to enhancing the on-going dialogue on the economics and management of agro-biotechnology, and to provide unbiased, timely information and new ideas leading to socially responsible and economically efficient decisions in science, public policy and private strategies pertaining to agricultural biotechnology. The web site gives access to the full text of the current issue and an archive dating back to 1998. Membership to AgBioforum is available free of charge via submission of a short questionnaire. AgBioForum is financed by the Illinois Missouri Biotechnology Alliance. IMBA is supported by a Congressional Special Grant to provide funding for University biotechnology research directed at placing new products in the marketplace. AgBioForum is edited at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Food - Biotechnology Biotech bias on the editorial and opinion pages of major United States newspapers and news magazines. "Biotech bias on the editorial and opinion pages of major United States newspapers and news magazines" is a report written by Nick Parker, Media Coordinator, FoodFirst/Institute for Food and Development Policy. FoodFirst is a member-supported, non-profit 'peoples' think tank and education-for-action centre, working to overcome hunger and poverty, and establish food as a fundamental human right. The report comprises an investigation of possible bias concerning genetically modified crops and foods, on the opinion pages of some of the largest and most influential newspapers and weekly news in the United States. The newspapers cover a two-year period from September 1999 through to August 2001 and the author found a four to one ratio of opinion pieces favoring genetically modified crops and foods. The full report is available as a pdf for which adobe acrobat will be required.
OECD ONLINE - New Biotechnology Foods And Crops: Science, Safety And Society
OECD Homepage, New biotechnology Foods and crops Science,Safety and Society Bangkok Conference, 1012 July 2001,
http://www1.oecd.org/bangkok/

Extractions: The three-day international conference concluded with recommendations that all stakeholders commit to greater transparency on genetically modified organisms and that governments increase their support for independent and publicly funded scientific research into the risks and benefits of GM foods and crops. The Conference brought together some 250 participants from more than 50 countries, including scientists, government regulators and representatives from industry, academia and civil society, including speakers from all these sectors. Preparations were undertaken by a Steering Group composed of experts from intergovernmental organisations, scientific institutions, consumer and environmental interest groups, industry, government regulators, and policy makers. Presentations and discussion focussed on four principle themes: Science;
USDA ERS Topics: Biotechnology > Production Impacts
This topic includes research on production impacts from the adoption of biotechnologyin crops and livestock, such as Btenhanced crops, herbicide resistant
http://www.ers.usda.gov/Topics/view.asp?T=101006
Biotechnology In Crops: Issues For The Developing World
Research paper for Oxfam GB, May 98. biotechnology in crops Issues forthe developing world. A report compiled for Oxfam GB by Laura Spinney.
http://www.oxfam.org.uk/policy/papers/gmfoods/gmfoods.htm

Extractions: news take action donate shop ... Publications A report compiled for Oxfam GB by Laura Spinney Key developments Socioeconomic impact Property rights Environmental/health impact ... Appendices In 1997 30 million acres worldwide were planted with genetically modified (GM) crops. Almost 15 per cent of the 1997 US soya harvest was grown from GM seed and China is thought to be growing over four million acres of GM tobacco and tomatoes. Twenty-three GM crop varieties have reached the stage where strict regulations are no longer required for field testing in the US. Until last year, most commercial transgenic crops were engineered for single gene traits, mostly herbicide tolerance and pest resistance. But in 1997, for the first time, crops were marketed with "stacked gene traits", ie more than one engineered trait in a single variety. For instance, Garst Seeds (a subsidiary of Advanta) offered a maize hybrid that tolerates two different classes of chemical herbicide. Likely future developments include: Continued development of herbicide-tolerant, virus- and pest-resistant crops. Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a naturally occurring soil bacterium which produces a protein that kills a range of common insects once it is ingested. The Bt gene has been isolated and inserted into crops including maize, soybean, cotton, rapeseed, potato, tobacco, rice and tomato.
Biotechnology Information Centre Malaysia
Articles about the use of genetically modified crops in countries around the world, especially in the Malaysian area.
http://www.bic.org.my/
"Biotechnology In Crops: Issues For The Developing World" By Laura Spinney For O
biotechnology in crops Issues for the Developing Worldby Laura Spinney for Oxfam GB.
http://www.actionbioscience.org/biotech/oxfam_spinney.html
Genetic Improvement Of Horticultural Crops By Biotechnology
ISHS Acta Horticulturae 392 Genetic Improvement of Horticultural Cropsby biotechnology. List price, 41 Order this book This title
http://www.actahort.org/books/392/

Extractions: date 1 March 1995 ISBN ISSN Number of articles Volumes Place Kyoto, Japan Online articles: PREFACE ENGINEERING OF CYTOPLASMIC MALE STERILITY IN VEGETABLES BY PROTOPLAST FUSION. IN VITRO SELECTION OF DISEASE RESISTANCE IN FRUIT TREES (F. Hammerschlag, D. Ritchie, D. Werner, G. Hashmil, L. Krusberg, R. Meyer, R. Huettel) APPLICATION OF ANTHER CULTURE AND ISOLATED MICROSPORE CULTURE TO VEGETABLE CROP IMPROVEMENT (M.Q. Cao, Y. Li, F. Liu, T. Jiang, G.S. Liu) A 'SHUTTLE CALLUS SYSTEM'- APPLICATION OF TISSUE CULTURE IN CITRUS (T. Hidaka) FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS OF B-TYPE FLORAL HOMEOTIC MADSBOX GENES. (A.R. van der Krol, O. Vorst) COMPLEXITY OF THE SELF-INCOMPATIBILITY GENES OF BRASSICA (J.B. Nasrallah) THE AGRONOMIC PERFORMANCE OF THREE NEWLY CREATED SOMATIC HYBRIDS OF CITRUS (X.X. Deng, Z.H. Sun, L. Gan, W.C. Zhang) CLUBROOT DISEASE RESISTANCE AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PROGENY OF SOMATIC HYBRIDS BETWEEN JAPANESE RADISH AND CAULIFLOWER (M. Hagimori)
Biotechnology In Food And Agriculture
risks can be caused by transgenic gene escape and genetic erosion and new productsof biotechnology, mainly involving genetically modified crops, have raised
http://www.fao.org/biotech/sector2.asp

Extractions: Links Biotechnology in Plant Production and Protection The main biotechnological applications in crop biotechnology include tissue culture, marker-assisted selection and transgenic technology. Tissue culture includes micropropagation; embryo rescue; plant regeneration from callus and cell suspension; and protoplast, anther and microspore culture, which are used particularly for large-scale plant multiplication. Micropropagation has proved especially useful in producing high quality, disease-free planting material of a wide range of crops. Tissue culture also provides the means to overcome reproductive isolating barriers between distantly related wild relatives to crops through embryo rescue and in vitro fertilisation or plant protoplast fusions. Molecular marker technology is useful for assisting and speeding up selection through conventional breeding. It is a powerful method for identifying the genetic basis of traits and is used to construct linkage maps to locate particular genes that determine beneficial traits. Using molecular markers, genetic maps of great detail and accuracy have been developed for many crop species. Markers are particularly useful for analysing the influence of complex traits like plant productivity and stress tolerance and are being employed to develop suitable cultivars of the major crops. Generation of genetically modified trangenic plants with a range of added traits, uses advanced recombinant DNA techniques including genetic engineering and cloning. Several transgenic cultivars of major food crops, such as soybeans, maize, canola, potatoes and papayas, have been commercially released incorporating genes for resistance to herbicides, insects and viruses. It is estimated that the global area planted with transgenic crops has risen from 1.7 million hectares in 1996 to 44.2 million hectares in 2000 (
Genetically Engineered Food/Crops
2001); The Use of Antibiotic Resistance Markers to Develop Biotech crops( The Council for biotechnology Information, March 04, 2001);
http://www.foodsafetynetwork.ca/ge.htm

Extractions: FOOD SAFETY INFORMATION Agricultural Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Animals Crisis Management and Communication Food Safety and International Trade ... Risk Assessment and Analysis Agricultural Biotechnology and Genetically Engineered Foods - documents from various perspectives Activism Antibiotic Resistance Markers Background and History Benefits of Agricultural Biotechnology ... Surveys Crops Beets Bt Corn Bt Corn and Butterflies Canola ... Wheat Activism Antibiotic Resistance Markers Dissemination of GM DNA and antibiotic resistance genes via rumen microorganisms - pdf file (UK Food Standards Agency, Rowett Research Institute- Prof Harry Flint , Dr Karen Scott, July 2002) Assessment of the risks of transferring antibiotic resistance determinants from transgenic plants to micro-organisms - pdf file (UK Food Standards Agency, Univerity of Leeds, Prof. J. M. Forbes, July 2002) Antibiotic Resistance Markers in Genetically Modified (GM) Crops - pdf file (European Federation of Biotechnology Task Group on Public Perceptions of Biotechnology, 2001)

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