ISAAA to produce educational materials on agricultural biotechnology
Margust Dela Cerna | August 19, 2024
International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications (ISAAA), Inc. has collaborated with partners to produce free educational materials available for download on their website. Researchers, academics, and students are encouraged to use and share these resources.
ISAAA, in partnership with 2Blades, has released Pocket K: Rust-Resistant Soy in Africa, a mobile-friendly resource that details a transgenic soybean designed to combat Asian soybean rust (ASR) in Africa. The publication addresses the increasing demand for soybeans, the threat posed by ASR, and various solutions, including the application of biotechnology. Furthermore, as of 2024, over 30 countries have approved the cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops, showcasing the role of biotechnology in enhancing food security and addressing climate change. ISAAA provides infographics that illustrate a global map of GM crop approvals and their contributions to sustainability. Additionally, the Gene-Edited Animals Database, created in collaboration with the University of California – Davis, compiles information on gene-edited animals developed for agricultural purposes, drawing on recent scientific research.
ISAAA also publishes the Double Helix magazine, which targets senior high school STEM students in the Philippines and covers climate change and its impact on agriculture, featuring expert articles, infographics, and science activities related to biotech crops. Moreover, in partnership with the Philippine Agriculture and Fisheries Biotechnology Program, ISAAA produced a visual monograph titled Farmers Speak, which highlights the positive impact of biotech corn on the lives and communities of Filipino farmers. Lastly, a policy brief discusses the potential of molecular farming and novel food products to enhance food security in the Philippines, emphasizing various innovative food components developed by UPLB-BIOTECH.
During the 2024 National Biotechnology Week in Laguna, Philippines, ISAAA showcased new communication products on trending biotechnology topics, including:
These resources aim to inform and engage stakeholders, promoting the benefits of biotechnology in agriculture and food security.
ISAAA, in partnership with 2Blades, has released Pocket K: Rust-Resistant Soy in Africa, a mobile-friendly resource that details a transgenic soybean designed to combat Asian soybean rust (ASR) in Africa. The publication addresses the increasing demand for soybeans, the threat posed by ASR, and various solutions, including the application of biotechnology. Furthermore, as of 2024, over 30 countries have approved the cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops, showcasing the role of biotechnology in enhancing food security and addressing climate change. ISAAA provides infographics that illustrate a global map of GM crop approvals and their contributions to sustainability. Additionally, the Gene-Edited Animals Database, created in collaboration with the University of California – Davis, compiles information on gene-edited animals developed for agricultural purposes, drawing on recent scientific research.
ISAAA also publishes the Double Helix magazine, which targets senior high school STEM students in the Philippines and covers climate change and its impact on agriculture, featuring expert articles, infographics, and science activities related to biotech crops. Moreover, in partnership with the Philippine Agriculture and Fisheries Biotechnology Program, ISAAA produced a visual monograph titled Farmers Speak, which highlights the positive impact of biotech corn on the lives and communities of Filipino farmers. Lastly, a policy brief discusses the potential of molecular farming and novel food products to enhance food security in the Philippines, emphasizing various innovative food components developed by UPLB-BIOTECH.
During the 2024 National Biotechnology Week in Laguna, Philippines, ISAAA showcased new communication products on trending biotechnology topics, including:
These resources aim to inform and engage stakeholders, promoting the benefits of biotechnology in agriculture and food security.
