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food for thought lecture series continues

The Food for Thought Lecture Series brings internationally recognized experts to OSU to speak about biotechnological issues. 

The first lecture in this year's series, titled Tomorrow's Table: Organic Farming, Genetics, and the Future of Food after the recent book by the same name (pictured), will be given by authors Pamela Ronald, a geneticist, and Raoul Adamchak, an organic farmer – who happen to be married (to each other).  They will give their unique, personal perspective on the ways in which genetically enhanced crops can improve wholesome agricultural productivity, helping to achieve the low chemical inputs that are the goal of organic agriculture.

 opinion

Rethink GMOs as sustainable agriculture

"Bacterial genes in your banana nut bread may sound like a big yuckorama, but the underlying biological principle that makes that possible is actually quite beautiful: Unity."

cutting-edge biotech

Farmer Fred Meister sees environmental benefits from growing genetically engineered canola
PRWeb, 15 Sep 2008 - Nearly 90 percent of Canadian canola farmers are planting 90 percent of their canola fields with seed that has been engineered for herbicide resistance.  In a new online video, Canadian farmer Fred Meister discusses his experience with growing GM canola.
Farmers use tillage to control weeds as well as to prepare the soil for planting, but excessive tillage can negatively impact soil fertility and increase soil erosion.  Growing GM canola reduces the need for tillage.  "So, environmentally, we feel that it is a big help," said Meister.

oregon considers new rules for biopharm crops

In October 2008, there will be a rulemaking hearing to establish a review system for federal permit applications to grow biopharmaceutical crops in Oregon

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