We are pleased to inform you that the online registration for the AFSTA Congress 2023 is now open . To register for Early Bird Discounted rates, please visit AFSTA website https://www.afsta.org and click on the AFSTA Congress 2023 logo, which will redirect you to the various links on registration including the Online form. Once you finalize […]
“Genome editing technology has been identified as a potential new option to augment existing interventions in pursuance of achieving the African Union Agenda 2063 and it is expected that proposed applications for genome editing technology for basic research, conservation, agriculture, public health and other purposes will likely continue to expand as genome editing tools become more refined. “ […]
Plant scientists have today welcomed the lifting of the ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in Kenya terming in a breakthrough for commerce. According to Dr Mwimali Murenga of KALRO, the move will definitely translate into commercialization of plant biotechnology crop products such as maize and cassava. He added that scholars have something to celebrate […]
“We will not achieve food security without reaching consensus on Farmers’ Rights and Breeders’ Rights” says Arthur Santosh Attavar, ISF Vice President and a member of AFSTA.