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potato diseases in Bukidnon 02-Oct Crop wastes from crucifers left in the field after harvest have been found to be effective in the control of soil-borne diseases of potato such as bacterial wilt (BW) and root knot in Bukidnon. This is the finding of a team of researchers led by Ms. Fe Abragan of the Department of Agriculture-Northern Mindanao Integrated Agricultural Research Center in Dalwangan, Bukidnon. read |
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| Vietnam Vietnam to plant genetically modified corn next year: expert 30-Sep Vietnam will trial genetically modified (GM) corn for animal feed early next year and then possibly breed GM corn plants for local farmers, an expert said Monday. read |
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| India Commercialise GM oilseed: experts 28-Sep Concerned over limited growth of oilseed acreage in the country, experts have called for commercialising genetically modified (GM) oilseeds to increase the yield and reduce dependence on imports. read |
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| Global Asian consumers are ready for food biotech benefits 02-Oct A consumer survey conducted by AFIC in five Asian countries shows that consumers are ready to accept benefits from biotechnology-derived foods. read |
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On July 29-30, 2008, potential partners for the multi-location field trials of biotech papaya resistant to papaya ring-spot virus and biotech eggplant resistant to fruit-and-shoot borer (Bt eggplant) participated in a series of familiarization activities aimed to enhance their knowledge on these crop biotech products. read |
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Eighteen agri-science journalists from print and broadcast industry participated in a media workshop held at SEARCA, College, Laguna, on 10 – 11 June 2008. read |
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details: SEAMEO SEARCA Biotechnology Information Center College, Laguna 4031 PHILIPPINES Tel: (63-49) 536-2287; 2290; 2361 local 406 or 169 Tel/Fax: (63-49)536-4105 Website: http://www.bic.searca.org   |
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