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Royal Society welcomes Government report on crops of the future
The potential benefits of NFCs, and the myriad of uses to which they could be put, were explored in the Society's submission to the Select Committee, the main points of which were:   view more (1999-12-17)

BBSRC regrets destruction of GM crop
The crops were destroyed at the orders of the farm's trustees but BBSRC maintains that there is absolutely no scientific justification for this destruction as there was no risk of cross-pollination with:
  • organic oilseed rape, as it is not grown in the UK>
  • any of the other... view more (1999-06-07)

    Mass flowering crops enhance pollinator densities at a landscape scale
    The EU response to recent declines in pollinators and consequent loss of pollination services has been the inclusion of pollinator-friendly management in agri-environment schemes. These comprise the promotion of semi-natural habitats, such as set-aside and field margin strips. Yet, mass flowering... view more (2003-10-08)

    Slowing insect resistance to genetically modified crops
    Genetically modified Bt crops are now widely used in the USA. These crops contain genes from bacteria that make them toxic to some insect pests. A central concern in regulating these genetically modified crops is the risk of insects evolving resistance to the Bt toxins. To reduce this risk, the... view more (2002-10-30)

    First national study to quantify GM hybrids across the UK
    Pioneering research that quantifies cross-fertilisation between crops and their wild relatives will help to assess the risk of hybridisation associated with growing GM crops in the UK, according to a report published today in the journal Science.   view more (2003-10-09)

    Digital cameras, remote satellites measure crop water demand
    Horticultural crops account for almost 50% of crop sales in the United States, and these crops are carefully managed to ensure good quality.   view more (2008-07-21)

    GM Debate Must Not Neglect Developing Countries
    Launch of Discussion Paper: the use of genetically modified crops in developing countries There is an ethical obligation to explore the benefits that genetically modified (GM) crops could offer people in developing countries, according to the Nuffield Council on Bioethics. "The possible costs,... view more (2003-12-28)

    What farmers think about GM crops
    Farmers are upbeat about genetically modified crops, according to new research funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).   view more (2008-02-25)

    GENE TRANSFER FROM GENETICALLY MODIFIED CROPS
    The report, which is based on a desk study of a substantial quantity of previously published research in related areas, considers all the routes by which the mixing of organic and genetically modified crops may occur, including pollen transfer and the growth of volunteers. It concludes that no... view more (1999-06-17)

    Nitrogen Applied
    Combating soil erosion is a primary concern for agricultural producers in the United States, and many have incorporated conservation tillage systems in their effort to maintain a profitable crop output.    view more (2008-10-02)

    New study finds genetically engineered crops could play a role in sustainable agriculture
    Genetically modified (GM) crops may contribute to increased productivity in sustainable agriculture, according to a groundbreaking study published in the June 8 issue of the journal Science.   view more (2007-06-08)

    Crop plants and domestic animals piggy-back on the Human Genome Project
    A new £4.5M funding initiative to exploit developments in genome analysis of crops and livestock has been launched by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). The scheme Genome Analysis of Agriculturally Important Traits (GAIT) will support research to identify,... view more (1997-11-21)

    Real Threats To Countryside Ignored In GM Furore, Ecologists Warn
    *PLEASE NOTE THIS IS EMBARGOED UNTIL 16 OCTOBER* The UK should be cautious in developing GM technology in agriculture, the British Ecological Society (BES) has said. However, scientists, policy makers and environmental campaigners should beware that by focussing solely on GM crops, the real threats... view more (2003-10-15)

    Sowing a future for peas
    New research from the John Innes Centre and the Central Science Laboratory could help breeders to develop pea varieties able to withstand drought stress and climate change.   view more (2008-09-17)

    GM crops and world agriculture
    The session agreed that GM crops are one important element in the future of food production and agriculture worldwide. It identified both common themes and local differences between regions in their approaches to GM crops. There was a shared commitment by all participants to:

    basing GM policy... view more (1999-07-21)

    Clarifying the GM Debate
    A Cambridge scientist has claimed the debate on genetically modified crops could be made much clearer if people were made aware that there are different types of genetically modified organisms. Dr Mark Tester, of the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge, voiced concerns that the... view more (1999-12-09)

    Scientists invite the public to "Meet the Ancestors" at the Chelsea Flower Show
    Scientists at the John Innes Centre (JIC), Norwich[1], are in the final stages of their preparations for this year's Chelsea Flower Show[2] where they will be inviting the public to 'Meet the Ancestors - of the past and the future'. Visitors to the JIC exhibit will be able to compare modern crops... view more (2002-05-17)

    Could Bt transgenic crops have nutritionally favourable effects on insects?
    Researchers from Imperial College, England have just shown in a forthcoming article in the journal Ecology Letters, that insect larvae can use an engineered toxin (Cry1Ac) as a supplementary food source. They found that toxin-resistant larvae of the Diamondback Moth developed faster and had a... view more (2003-03-12)

    UK joins world treaty to share vital plant resources
    Vital food crops will be protected worldwide under a new international agreement which comes into force today. The UK is one of more than 50 countries committed to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, which aims to improve food security and promote... view more (2004-06-29)

    Can we keep the cap on transgene escape?
    Molecular strategies are being developed to impede the escape of transgenes from transgenic crops into wild relatives, which might become invasive upon acquiring transgenic traits such as resistance to pests or herbicides. For example, to impede escape through pollen, a transgene could be inserted... view more (2004-02-24)

    Genetically modified crops: ethical and social issues
    The Nuffield Council on Bioethics provoked considerable discussion with the publication of its Report, Genetically modified crops: ethical and social issues in 1999. The Report recommended that, if the introduction of genetically modified (GM) crops in developing countries could be shown to be a... view more (2003-03-31)

    GM CROPS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
    The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), as well as other research bodies, is investigating possible impacts of GMOs on the environment. For some crops and for some types of genetic modification we have a clear understanding of the risks. For others, further work is needed to reduce... view more (1999-02-22)

    Helping plants avoid the price of war
    The U.S and allies are under growing pressure to present a clear plan for the clean up of the effects of war in both Afghanistan and Iraq. New research, to be presented today at the Society for Experimental Biology's annual conference, reveals how plants could form a key aspect of future plans. By... view more (2003-04-03)

    Register Now for UK Festival of Science
    As science becomes increasingly specialised the Festival offers a rare opportunity to discover more about all areas of scientific research. From the big questions of science such as the beginning and possible end of the Universe to more specific issues such as Genetically Modified Crops, the... view more (1999-07-02)

    Flowers to Order
    How do growers ensure their Poinsettias are ready for Christmas or their roses for Valentine’s Day? Professor Andrew Millar (Warwick University) will present current work on Thursday 3 April (in session P9.9) which could help breeders to schedule their crops more accurately. Like most... view more (2003-03-31)
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