UNCOVERING FACTORS INFLUENCING PUBLIC PERCEPTIONS OF FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY

Ferdaus Hossain, Benjamin M. Onyango, Adesoji Adelaja, Brian J. Schilling and William K. Hallman

No 18178, Research Reports from Rutgers University, Food Policy Institute

Abstract: Significant divergence exists in public opinions about biotechnology. Although there is broad support for plant biotechnology for health benefits, opinions differ on the issue of animal genetics for pure economic benefits. While some are opposed to it, many are undecided about genetically modified foods. Considerable skepticism exists about scientists, corporations and government which have negative influence on public acceptance of food biotechnology. Consumers' personal attributes have significant influence on their views about various biotechnology issues.

Keywords: Research; and; Development/Tech; Change/Emerging; Technologies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 33
Date: 2002
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.18178

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