2018

Trends in Biotechnology

Rocznik: 2018 | Tom: 36 | Numer: 12

artykuł naukowy

angielski

EN Fast human population growth and less-than-required increases in crop production in recent years obligate coordinated efforts from scientists, farmers, producers and consumers to ensure food security. Recent progress in molecular biology and biotechnology creates hope for the future. With the help of genetic engineering techniques, scientists continue to improve crops in an effort to diminish losses caused by biotic and abiotic stresses and increase yield. Crosstalk between scientists and society based on reliable scientific knowledge is urgently needed, as is appropriate legislation. The consistent increase in the global population, estimated to reach 9 billion people by 2050, poses a serious challenge for the achievement of global food security. Therefore, the need to feed an increasing world population and to respond adequately to the effects of climate change must be urgently considered. Progress may be achieved by applying knowledge of molecular and genetic mechanisms to create and/or improve agricultural and industrial processes. We highlight the importance of crops (wheat, maize, rice, rapeseed, and soybean) to the development of sustainable agriculture and agrobiotechnology in the EU and discuss possible solutions for ensuring food security, while also considering their social acceptance.

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10.1016/j.tibtech.2018.07.008

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0167779918301999?via%3Dihub

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