An analytical approach to the implementation of genetically modified crops.
Public scepticism towards genetically modified (GM) crops is increasing. To address this, the risks and benefits of GM crops must be examined across scientific disciplines, and be discussed with the authorities, the agricultural industry and the consumers. In a feasibility study we have systematically analysed the challenges of the development and marketing of GM crops in Europe. A life-cycle inventory was used together with established technology foresight techniques in an interdisciplinary and empirical framework. The approach taken in this study established a dialogue between stakeholders and provided a framework for discussions about the future direction of GM crops.
Borch
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Risoe National Laboratory, PO Box 49, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark. kristian.borch@risoe.dk
Rasmussen
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D000383:Agriculture / Q000639:trends; D001709:Biotechnology / Q000639:trends; D005060:Europe; D010945:Plants, Edible / Q000235:genetics*; D030821:Plants, Genetically Modified / Q000235:genetics; D011639:Public Opinion; D011640:Public Policy; D018570:Risk Assessment