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2009-06-15 |

EU losing out on contributions to sustainable farming from biotech traits

New study shows GM insect resistant (GM IR) maize[2] has delivered important economic and environmental benefits but only a small part of the potential benefit is currently being realised. “GM insect resistant maize adoption by EU farmers has contributed to reducing insecticide spraying, improved the quality of maize and significantly boosted farmers’ incomes,” said Graham Brookes, director of PG Economics, and author of the report.

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2009-06-15 |

EU losing out on contributions to sustainable farming from biotech traits

New study shows GM insect resistant (GM IR) maize[2] has delivered important economic and environmental benefits but only a small part of the potential benefit is currently being realised. “GM insect resistant maize adoption by EU farmers has contributed to reducing insecticide spraying, improved the quality of maize and significantly boosted farmers’ incomes,” said Graham Brookes, director of PG Economics, and author of the report.

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