The Biotechnology Revolution in Global Agriculture: (Biotechnology in Agriculture Series) [Hardcover]

Peter W B Phillips (Author), George G Khachatourians (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 5, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0851995136 | ISBN-13: 978-0851995137 | Edition: First

Biotechnology processes are fundamentally changing the nature of the products being produced in the industry. Canola has been developed in Canada through such processes. It is a type of rapeseed that has an enhanced level of mono-unsaturated fatty acids, thus producing a healthier oil for human consumption. It is now being introduced to many other countries. This book reviews for the first time the global canola sector in order to identify fundamental trends resulting from the adoption of biotechnology. It examines the canola sector over an extended period, looking at:its local originsregional growth and international expansionanalyses of public policy affecting commercialisationestimates of the costs and benefits of changes.It is essential reading for government and industry researchers and students involved in the areas of agricultural economics, plant biotechnology and crop science.

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About the Author

Peter W. B. Phillips, Professor of Agricultural Economics, NSERC/SSHRC Chair in Managing Knowledge-based Agri-Food Development. G. G. Khachatourians, Professor of Applied Microbiology and Food Science, University of Saskatchewan.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 376 pages
• Publisher: CABI; First edition (January 5, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851995136
• ISBN-13: 978-0851995137
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,420,322 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)