Genetically engineered crops will help Africa mitigate the effects of climate change, writes Steven E Cerier for the Genetic Literacy Project. With temperatures increasing by 0.5C over the last century and predictions of 4C to 6C rises by 2071-2100, corn yield losses could reach over 30%. The report says that while there is a need for more research into how genetically modified organisms (GMOs) affect food security, it also highlights the benefits they can bring in terms of reducing poverty and improving Meanwhile , Africa's population is set to grow from 1.3 billion to 2.5 billion by 2050, putting strain on food production. Part three examines the continent’s growing acceptance of GM crops. Technology such as drought and insect resistant crops or CRISPR-treated livestock less prone to disease could lessen the impact.
Genetically engineered crops will help Africa mitigate the effects of climate change, writes Steven E Cerier for the Genetic Literacy Project. With temperatures increasing by 0.5C over the last century and predictions of 4C to 6C rises by 2071-2100, corn yield losses could reach over 30%. The report says that while there is a need for more research into how genetically modified organisms (GMOs) affect food security, it also highlights the benefits they can bring in terms of reducing poverty and improving Meanwhile, Africa's population is set to grow from 1.3 billion to 2.5 billion by 2050, putting strain on food production. Technology such as drought and insect resistant crops or CRISPR-treated livestock less prone to disease could lessen the impact.