In October 1999, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a strategy to reduce poverty through pro-poor, sustainable economic growth, social development, and good governance. Given the advances in biotechnology during the last decade, the importance of managing the Biotechnology Revolution in agriculture emerged as one of the principal challenges facing Asia in the future.
Theis report provides a basis for future discussion between ADB and its developing member countries on how to use biotechnology safely and effectively to reduce poverty and increase food production in Asia.
- Foreword
- Executive Summary
- Introduction
- Scientific Context
- Present Status of Agricultural Biotechnology in Asia
- Risks Assessment and Management
- Using Biotechnology to Address Poverty Reduction / Food Security Problems in Asia
- Issues and Options
- Conclusions and Recommendations
- Appendixes