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2004-05-13 |

Call for »second-generation« GM crops

THERE is a desperate need for the creation of »second-generation« bio-technology products to demonstrate real consumer advantages, says [Sean Rickard of Cranfield University ...] He cited the case of gene transfer in elm trees which prevented damage from Dutch Elm disease. »If we can produce a loaf of bread from GM wheat that helps prevent bone deterioration in later life, consumers will then be able to see the advantages.

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2004-05-13 |

Call for »second-generation« GM crops

THERE is a desperate need for the creation of »second-generation« bio-technology products to demonstrate real consumer advantages, says [Sean Rickard of Cranfield University ...] He cited the case of gene transfer in elm trees which prevented damage from Dutch Elm disease. »If we can produce a loaf of bread from GM wheat that helps prevent bone deterioration in later life, consumers will then be able to see the advantages.

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