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Documents listed in this category provide a general overview of the impacts of agricultural biotechnology.

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This database contains 96 scientific studies providing an overview of the impacts of agricultural biotechnology. To view the list of all these papers, click on the link at the bottom of this page.

Papers:

  1. The state of food and agriculture. Agricultural biotechnology: meeting the needs of the poor?
    F.A.O. (2004).
  2. The economic impacts of biotechnology-based technological innovations. ESA Working Paper No. 04-08.
    Traxler, G. (2004).
  3. The Payoffs to Agricultural Biotechnology: An Assessment of the Evidence
    Marra, M. C., Philip G. Pardey, P.G, and J. M. Alston (2002).
  4. Agricultural biotechnology in developing countries: a briefing paper for Sida
    Bhagavan, M. R.; Virgin, I. (2004).
  5. Crop Biotechnology and the Future of Food:A Scientific Assessment
    Chassy B et al. (2005).
  6. Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2006 (ISAAA Briefs No 35)
    James C. (2006).
  7. Comparing the performance of official and unofficial genetically modified cotton in India
    Morse S, Bennett R, Ismael Y (2005).
  8. Bioengineered Crops as Tools for International Development: Opportunities and Strategic Considerations
    Gregory P, et al (2008).
  9. Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2008
    James C (2008).
  10. Application for the placing on the market of glyphosate tolerant genetically modified cotton GHB614, for food and feed uses, import and processing
    European Food Safety Authority (2009).
  11. Transgenic crops expressing Bacillus thuringiensis toxins and biological control.
    Romeis J, Meissle M, Bigler F. (2006).
  12. Genetically Engineered Plants and Foods: A Scientist’s Analysis of the Issues (Part I)
    Lemaux PG (2008).
  13. Economic impacts of GM crops in Australia
    Acworth W, Yainshet A, Curtotti R (2008).
  14. The role of biotechnology for agricultural sustainability in Africa
    Thomson JA (2008).
  15. World Development Report 2010 - Development and Climate Change
    The World Bank (2009).
  16. Projected Impacts of Agricultural Biotechnologies for Fruits & Vegetables in the Philipines and Indonesia
    Norton GW, Hautea DM (Editors) (2009).
  17. The Economics of Genetically Modified Crops
    Quaim M (2009).
  18. Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2009 The first fourteen years, 1996 to 2009
    James C (2009).
  19. Reaping the benefits: Science and the sustainable intensification of global agriculture
    The Royal Society (2009).
  20. The humanitarian impact of plant biotechnology: recent breakthroughs vs bottlenecks for adoption
    Farre G, et al (2009).
  21. Peer-reviewed surveys indicate positive impact of commercialized GM crops
    Carpenter JE (2010).
  22. The Economic Benefits of Agricultural Biotechnology in Brazil: 1996 – 2009
    Céleres Ambiental (2010).
  23. Emerging Trends in Indian Agriculture: What Can We Learn from these?
    Gulati A (2009).
  24. Greenhouse gas mitigation by agricultural intensification
    Burney JA, Davis SJ, Lobell DB (2010).
  25. Igniting Agricultural Innovation
    Giddings LV, Chassy BM (2009).
  26. Coexistence of genetically modified and non-genetically modified maize: making the point on scientific evidence and commercial experience
    Various (2006).
  27. Economic impacts of policies affecting crop biotechnology and trade
    Anderson K. (2010).
  28. Genetic engineering compared to natural genetic variations.
    Arber W. (2010).
  29. Transgenic crops coping with water scarcity
    Cominelli E, Tonelli C (2010).
  30. The past, present and future of crop genetic modification
    Fedoroff NV (2010).
  31. Knowledge and technologies for sustainable intensification of food production.”
    Flavell R (2010).
  32. Trade and commerce in improved crops and food: an essay on food security.
    Kershen DL (2010).
  33. Modifying agricultural crops for improved nutrition.”
    McGloughlin M N (2010).
  34. Inactivation of allergens and toxins
    Morandini P (2010).
  35. GMO foods and crops: Africa’s choice
    Paarlberg R (2010).
  36. Genetically modified myths and realities
    Parrott W (null).
  37. Benefits of genetically modified crops for the poor: household income, nutrition, and health
    Qaim M (2010).
  38. Food insecurity, hunger and malnutrition: necessary policy and technology changes.
    von Braun J (2010).
  39. Ethical arguments relevant to the use of GM crops
    Weale A (2010).
  40. Needs for and environmental risks from transgenic crops in the developing world
    Gressel J (2010).
  41. Intellectual property rights, private investment in research, and productivity growth in Indian agriculture
    Kolady D, Spielman DJ, Cavalieri AJ (2010).
  42. Food Supply - Can we Meet the Demand?
    McKelvey B, Marshall G (2007).
  43. Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2010
    James C (2010).
  44. Does the use of transgenic plants diminish or promote biodiversity?
    Raven PH (2010).
  45. Bacillus thuringiensis as a specific, safe, and effective tool for insect pest control.
    Roh JY, Choi JY, Li MS, Jin BR, Je YH. (2007).
  46. Impacts of GM crops on biodiversity
    Carpenter JE (2011).
  47. Bacillus thuringiensis: a century of research, development and commercial applications
    Sanahuja G. et al (2011).
  48. The social-environmental benefits of biotechnology in Brazil: 1996/97 to 2009/10
    Céleres Ambiental (2011).
  49. GM crops: global socio-economic and environmental impacts 1996- 2009
    Brookes G, Barfoot P (2011).
  50. The Production and Price Impact of Biotech Crops
    Brookes G, et al (2010).
  51. Insect-resistant biotech crops and their impacts on beneficial arthropods
    Gatehouse AMR, Ferry N, Edwards MG, Bell HA (2011).
  52. A Meta Analysis on Farm-Level Costs and Benefits of GM Crops
    Finger R. et al (2011).
  53. Resource-Conserving Agriculture Increases Yields in Developing Countries
    Pretty JN, et al (2006).
  54. Conservation Tillage, Pesticide Use, and Biotech Crops in the U.S.A.
    Fernandez-Cornejo J, et al (2010).
  55. Sustainability of current GM crop cultivation
    Franke AC, et al (2011).
  56. Agricultural Biotechnology Can Help Mitigate Climate Change
    Sexton S, Zilberman D (2010).
  57. Genetically Engineering Crops for a Sustainable Agriculture
    Ervin D, Welsh R (2010).
  58. Socio-economic impacts of GM crop technology: ‘second round’ impacts
    Brookes G. (2009).
  59. The economics of BT cotton production in India--a meta analysis
    Chakraborty K. (2010).
  60. Bacillus thuringiensis: a century of research, development and commercial applications
    Sanahuja G. et al (2011).
  61. GM crops in Ethiopia: a realistic way to increase agricultural performance?
    Azadi H, et al (2011).
  62. The role of transgenic crops in sustainable development.
    Park JR, et al (2011).
  63. The role of biotechnology in ensuring food security and sustainable agriculture
    Abah J, Ishaq MN (2010).
  64. The impact of the EU regulatory constraint of transgenic crops on farm income.
    Park JR, et al (2011).
  65. The trends and future of biotechnology crops for insect pest control
    DeVilliers SM, Hoisington DA (2011).
  66. Plant genetics, sustainable agriculture and global food security.
    Ronald P. (2011).
  67. Risk assessment and ecological effects of transgenic Bt crops on non-target organisms
    Yu H, Li Y, Wu K (2011).
  68. The past, present and future of crop genetic modification.
    Fedoroff N (2010).
  69. Biotechnology and food security in developing countries
    Tonukari NJ, Omotor DG (2010).
  70. Prospects for Development of Genetically Modified Cassava in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Takeshima H (2010).
  71. Adoption of GMHT crops: Coexistence policy consequences in the European Union
    Areal FJ et al (2011).
  72. The income and production effects of biotech crops globally 1996-2009
    Brookes G, Barfoot P (2011).
  73. Agricultural Biotechnologies for Food Security and Sustainable Development: Options for Developing Countries and Priorities for Action by the International Community
    FAO (2010).
  74. Agricultural Biotechnology the Panacea for Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Ojuederie O. B. et al (2011).
  75. 15 Years of Genetically Modified Crops in Argentine Agriculture
    Trigo EJ (2011).
  76. GM crops: Reaping the benefits, but not in Europe - Socio-economic impacts of agricultural biotechnology
    EuropaBio (2011).
  77. Assessment of the economic performance of GM crops worldwide
    Kaphengst T, et al (2011).
  78. Establishing a biotech-modern-agriculture for China
    Zhang z, et al (2011).
  79. Modern Biotechnology—Potential Contribution and Challenges for Sustainable Food Production in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Morris JE (2011).
  80. Preventing Hunger: Biotechnology is Key
    Juma C (2011).
  81. Assessment of the health impact of GM plant diets in long-term and multigenerational animal feeding trials: A literature review
    Snell C, et al (2011).
  82. Agricultural biotechnology and smallholder farmers in developing countries
    Anthony VM, Ferroni M (2011).
  83. Agricultural Biotechnology: Benefits, Opportunities, and Leadership
    Juma C (2011).
  84. Cotton, Biotechnology, and Economic Development
    Baffes J (2011).
  85. Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops:2011
    James C (2012).
  86. Status of Biotechnology in Eastern and Central Africa
    Mtui GWS (2011).
  87. Impact of Bt Cotton, the Potential Future Benefits from Biotechnology in China and India
    Pray CE, Nagarajan L, huang J, Hu R, Ramaswami B (2011).
  88. Non-target risk assessment of Bt crops – Cry protein uptake by aphids
    Romeis J, Meissie M (2011).
  89. Technological Abundance for Global Agriculture: The Role of Biotechnology
    Juma C. (2012).
  90. A primer for using transgenic insecticidal cotton in developing countries
    Showalter AM, et al. (2009).
  91. Commercializing genetically modified crops under EU regulations
    Raybould A, Poppy GM (2012).
  92. Coexistence of Genetically Modified Crops with Conventional and Organic Agriculture in the European Union
    Chiarabolli A (2011).
  93. Grand Challenges in Plant Biotechnology
    Kossmann, J (2012).
  94. The Commercial Benefits from Crop Biotechnology in Brazil: 1996/97 to 2010/11
    Céleres Ambiental (2012).
  95. The Social and Environmental Benefits from Crop Biotechnology in Brazil:1996/97 to 2010/11
    Céleres Ambiental (2012).
  96. Agriculture biotechnologies in developing countries: Options and opportunities in crops, forestry, livestock, fisheries and agro-industry to face the challenges of food insecurity and climate change.
    FAO (2011).

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