Ian DGodwin
Good Enough to Eat?: Next Generation GM Crops
Good Enough to Eat?: Next Generation GM Crops
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Good Enough to Eat? challenges Kafkas culinary sentiments and explores our complex and personal relationship with food, charting the history of GM foods and the social, political, and philosophical arguments for and against them.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 321 pages
\n Publication date: 18 January 2019
\n Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
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So long as you have food in your mouth, you have solved all questions for the time being. So begins "Good Enough to Eat?", which challenges Kafka's culinary sentiments and proceeds to unravel our complex and deeply personal relationship with food. Including interviews from both sides of the (farmyard) fence; from biologists to farmers and nutritionists to activists, "Good Enough to Eat?" charts the history of GM foods from the laboratory to the global dinner plate. Equally informative and entertaining, Godwin chronicles the social, political, and philosophical arguments for and against GM crops, and the science and knowledge behind the battle for global food security and sustainability.
The book explores the various perspectives on GM foods, including those of scientists, farmers, and consumers. It examines the potential benefits and risks of GM crops, such as increased crop yields, improved nutritional content, and resistance to pests and diseases. It also discusses the ethical and environmental concerns associated with GM foods, such as the potential impact on biodiversity, food safety, and the livelihoods of small-scale farmers.
Godwin argues that GM foods can play a significant role in addressing global food insecurity and promoting sustainable agriculture. He highlights the success stories of GM crops in developing countries, such as India and Brazil, where they have helped to reduce poverty and improve food security. He also points out the need for more research and regulation to ensure the safe and sustainable use of GM crops.
Overall, "Good Enough to Eat?" is a thought-provoking and comprehensive book that provides a valuable insight into the complex and controversial issue of GM foods. It is a must-read for anyone interested in food, agriculture, and the future of our planet.
\n Weight: 498g\n
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781788010856\n \n
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