GMO

Golden Rice contains beta-carotene, which is not present in white rice. It can combat the vitamin-A deficiency prevalent in developing countries like Bangladesh. Photo: Reuters
Panorama

Despite opposition, GMO may be the way forward

Given the current state of climate change and the looming threat to food security, it's worth pondering whether outright opposition to GMO crops is a good idea

Ears of wheat are seen in a field near the village of Hrebeni in Kyiv region, Ukraine July 17, 2020. REUTERS/Valentyn Ogirenko//File Photo
Global Economy

Climate change hastens GM wheat adoption, but consumers stay wary

Photo: Genetic Literacy Project
Bazaar

Genetically modified golden rice meets Bangladesh's safety standard