Browsing Current Extension Publications Archive by Subject "Biotechnology"

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    • Explore the Genetic Frontier: 10 Steps to Safety: Regulating Plant Biotechnology 
      Vestal, Andy (2003-01-03)
      Biotechnology is a tool for modifying the DNA of organisms to produce foods. Consumers need to know how these products are tested to safeguard human and animal health and the environment. This pamphlet discusses the agencies ...
    • Explore the Genetic Frontier: Biotechnology and Cotton-Texas' Biggest Crop 
      Boecker, Steve; Edelman, Jaime; Gergini, Timm; Hawkins, Carole; Hinnant, Thomas; O'Neill, Kelli (2002-09-18)
      This publication is one of the Explore the Genetic Frontier series brochures that discuss the use of biotechnology to develop new varieties of plants for human needs. Texas is the No. 1 producer of cotton in the United ...
    • Explore the Genetic Frontier: Labeling Foods Derived from Biotechnology 
      Vestal, Andy; Hawkins, Carole (2002-10-19)
      Today's food labels provide consumers with nutrition information. This publication discusses the content of labels on foods derived from biotechnology and the agencies that regulate such labeling.
    • Explore the Genetic Frontier: What is Biotechnology? 
      Vestal, Andy; Boecker, Steve; Edelman, Jaime; Gergini, Timm; Hawkins, Carole; Hinnant, Thomas; O'Neill, Kelli (2003-06-24)
      Biotechnology uses scientific processes to enhance or create products to benefit people. This brochure defines biotechnology, explains its origin and uses and discusses the concerns people have about biotechnology.