Gives an interactive journey through the world of biotechnology and lesson about the field's history and scientific advancements. Forum discussion is on the site also.
Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of
agricultural products and integrated solutions that bring together chemicals,
seeds, and biotechnology traits to improve farm productivity and food quality.
An international organisation dedicated to advanced research and training in molecular biology and biotechnology, with special regard to the needs of the developing world.
The world's population is expected to grow from today's 6 billion to about 8 billion by 2030. Feeding all of these people and eliminating hunger will require advances in food production and distribution that enhance food supplies without damaging the environment. Agricultural biotechnology is one tool that holds great promise for alleviating hunger and poverty.
The Food and Drink Federation food future programme aims
to improve public understanding of genetic modification. The programme has initiated wider discussion of the technology – the perceived benefits and disadvantages as well as the ethical and moral concerns.
Article published in 2000, by the New Zealand Institute for Crop & Food Research Ltd. Asserts that Crop and Food Research provides research, technologies and services to support the development of high quality products in the following areas: Arable Foods, Vegetable Foods, Seafood, Ornamentals, Animal Feed, Plant Products and Forestry.