Advancements in Genetic Engineering
Open Access
ISSN: 2169-0111
+44 1478 350008
ISSN: 2169-0111
+44 1478 350008
Department of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, BA2 7AY, UK
Raphael Ofoe working in department of Biology and Biochemistry in University of Bath, BA2 7AY, UK
Short Communication
Opposition to Genetic Modification in Agriculture: Green Movements Motivations
Author(s): Raphael Ofoe*
World population is estimated by 2050 to reach 9.7 billion with large proportion concentrated in the developing countries. This increase in population will result in high demand for food which can be achieved through improved breeding of crops coupled with the adoption of genetic modification in Agriculture. However, great opposition in several countries advocated by Green Movement impedes the acceptance and adoption of genetically modified foods. This opposition is backed by environmental, political, economic and psychological motivations. Identifying the bases of these motivations will go a long way to boost the acceptance and adoption of genetic modification in Agriculture. .. View More»