Tag: Agriculture technology

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately 673 million people faced hunger in 2024, highlighting the persistent and widespread challenge of global hunger. Understanding what can have an impact on food security is crucial for developing effective strategies to address this complex issue.

The Diagnosis and Recommendation Integrated System (DRIS) was developed in the 1970s by Dr. E.R. Beaufils to address the shortcomings of traditional soil testing methods. The DRIS approach in soil fertility is a diagnostic tool that assesses the nutritional status of crops by focusing on the balance and ratios between nutrients, rather than their individual concentrations.

In 2023, China made a significant regulatory shift by issuing the first safety approval for a gene-edited crop, a soybean variety designed to produce healthier oil. This policy change marks a new era for gene-edited crops in China, accelerating their development and commercialization to address national food security challenges and boost agricultural productivity.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), research shows that bioengineered food is just as safe and healthful to eat as non-bioengineered alternatives. However, public debate continues, highlighting both the significant benefits and potential drawbacks of these genetically modified products.