To create sustainable, healthy & equitable #FoodSystems in #Bangladesh, we need agrifood systems that benefit smallholder farmers. Agribiotechnology can offer a remedy for this by introducing newer technology and innovation. @ScienceAlly @Ftfpotatopjt @SheilaAfrica @arifromel
Success of Bt Brinjal in Bangladesh opens possibility for two new eggplant varieties. Bt brinjal farmers in BD have increased their yield,received 6-fold income n reduced chemical pesticide application since its adoption in 2014.@ScienceAlly@Bt_eggplant https://t.co/pBNrjc9ORH
Had this good opportunity to discuss advances in research and collaboration of Bangladesh with the @globalfoodsecur for capacity building and sustainable agriculture. The full discussion with be broadcasted in the @FarmingFutureBD weekly TV talk show on @deeptotv. @ScienceAlly.
“Modern innovations and effective collaboration with regional and global capacities are vital for sustainable food security”, said Ag Minister Dr. Abdur Razzaque. Fantastic evening indeed. @FarmingFutureBD@ScienceAlly@CornellGlobal @Ftfpotatopjt @Bt_eggplant#foodsecurity
Today, more than 35 renowned scientists, researcher, academia, experts, key stakeholders from public and private sectors joined a knowledge sharing and discussion on "Biosafety Policy and Regulatory Affairs in Bangladesh" organized by @FarmingFutureBD @arifromel @ScienceAlly
"Instead of asking consumers to eat less of their favorite vegetable, why not give them the option for added nutrition?” If you are asked why u enhance local varieties? Great response here👆 #GMO@ScienceAlly
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If people in rich nations reduce the number of animal products they eat, they could help the world achieve a potential “climate dividend,” says a new study.
#agriculture#food#biotech#climate https://t.co/d1BqZaw3iv via @ScienceAlly