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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

GM trial ‘not at odds’ with organic promotion

Trials of genetically modified potatoes are not at odds with promoting and researching organic systems in Ireland, organic producers have been told.

Wed, 12 Sep, 2012

Oh my, the Irish July: Cool, dull and wet everywhere

It was cool, dull and wet almost everywhere last month.

Thu, 02 Aug, 2012

EPA approves plan for GM potato trials

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given the go-ahead for trials on a genetically modified potato line which would have a better resistance to blight.

Thu, 26 Jul, 2012

Biotechnology will benefit farmers

DEVELOPMENTS in biotechnology have the potential to benefit Irish farmers by up to €250 million annually within the next 20 years, according to Professor Jimmy Burke, Head of Teagasc Crops Research Centre in Oak Park, Carlow.

Fri, 11 Aug, 2006