AgBioForum, vol. 01, no. 2 (1998)
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Item Industry Consolidation, Public Attitude and the Future of Plant Biotechnology in Europe(AgBioForum, 1998) Joly, Pierre-Benoit; Lemarie, StephaneIn this paper, we summarize the evolution of the plant biotechnology industry in Europe and discuss relevant competitive issues. We also comment on the rise of public opposition to the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agriculture in Europe, and conclude by highlighting key aspects of the emerging European policy on GMOs, and its political economy.Item Unlike Water, Money Can Flow Upstream and New Food Systems Will Make It Happen(AgBioForum, 1998) Renkoski, MattNew (modified grain) technologies and systems are driving the transformation of the supply-driven commodity market to a demand-driven customized product market. It is argued that this transformation will result in a flow of value to upstream related industries, with a share for every link in the value chain, from input supplier to food retailer.Item The Impacts of Biotechnology on the Grain Processing Industry(AgBioForum, 1998) Ebbertt, JoelIn this paper, the initial impact of biotechnology in the grain industry is discussed. It is argued that the expected "going-in" value of grains bioengineered for quality improvements has not been fully realized. Anticipation of this value, however, has induced innovation for more cost-effective ways of extracting added value from common grains through information technologies. In the future, however, the emergence of higher-value grains will lead to the expected value creation; and will promote the development of high-efficiency, dedicated processing facilities that promote the extension of value through to the end customer.Item Will Biotechnology Bring Prosperity to Rural America?(AgBioForum, 1998) Freiberg, BillIn the past, farm technologies have resulted in increased commodity surpluses, reduced prices, and low profit margins for farmers. This situation could change with the development of a value-added grain production system. The impacts of such a system on farmers are discussed.Item Biotechnology and the AgChem Industry(AgBioForum, 1998) Kindinger, Paul E.Consumer driven developments in biotechnology will create new food systems with customized food products. It is argued that a large percentage of agricultural products will be produced under strict contractual guidelines, and that relationships between farmers, manufacturers, and agricultural input retailers will be redefined.