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How genetic engineering technology can revolutionise world system, by biotechnologists

Biotechnologists say technological advances have dramatically triggered the rates at which plant transformation can be achieved to meet specific needs at every phase of...

Michael Simire - July 9, 2020

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Study says investment in new farming technology will alleviate rice farmers’ challenges

Smallholder rice farmers in Nigeria, Ghana and Uganda are still faced with a number of challenges including relying on rain-fed farming, use of farmer-saved...

Michael Simire - July 6, 2020

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Groups warn against release of genetically engineered mosquitoes in Nigeria

Over 75 civil society organisations from Nigeria, Africa and other countries in the world have condemned moves to open the way for the release...

Michael Simire - July 5, 2020

Agric & Biotech

Expert links cognitive decline to use of agricultural pesticides

Prof. Suleiman Ambali of the University of Ilorin, Kwara State in Nigeria has warned that use of organophosphate pesticides, especially by arable and livestock...

Michael Simire - July 3, 2020

Agric & Biotech

Biosafety agency restates commitment to safety in applying modern biotechnology

The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) has reiterated its commitment to ensure the safety of the public while applying modern biotechnology to boost food...

Michael Simire - June 30, 2020

Agric & Biotech

Standing against food colonialism – Nnimmo Bassey

A short video produced by the North Africa Network for Food Sovereignty showed the origin and solutions to the COVID-19 pandemic. The video showed...

Michael Simire - June 30, 2020

Agric & Biotech

Partnership to educate farmers on use of GM cowpea technology

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) is collaborating with the National Agricultural Extension and Research Liaison Services (NAERLS) to provide useful and timely information...

Michael Simire - June 30, 2020

Agric & Biotech

Concern over plans to release genetically modified chestnuts trees into natural forests

Researchers are currently seeking approval to release fertile, genetically engineered American chestnuts into natural forests. While scientists envision a future of forests filled with genetically...

Michael Simire - June 26, 2020

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NUPRC warns public against fraudulent contract offers

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