In a labour-abundant rural economy like India’s, herbicide tolerant crops can upset farming ecosystems
GM mustard is at the centre of an animated discussion with the participation of a broad cross section of people. The reason is probably because mustard, unlike Bt cotton, is a food crop and therefore it has provoked concerns and questions. This is a good sign, for these new and transformative technologies must be subjected to rigorous debate before adoption.
What’s the deal with GM mustard?
So what is this GM mustard, and why is even the scientific community divided on its relevance and safety?
What’s the deal with GM mustard?
So what is this GM mustard, and why is even the scientific community divided on its relevance and safety?