Australia
March 5, 2009
If you work in agriculture and
phrases such as DNA extraction, gene isolation or gene transfer
mystify or even scare you, a hands-on gene technology workshop
could help.
CSIRO and
Agrifood Awareness Australia
(AFAA) Limited will host workshops in Esperance (April 20-21)
and Geraldton (April 22-23).
AFAA has three founding members - GRDC, CropLife Australia and
NFF - and is committed to providing factual, science-based
information on the use of gene technology in agriculture to
enable informed decision-making.
Dr Andreas Betzner, GRDC Manager of Gene Discovery, said the
workshop was an opportunity to understand the science and
regulation of gene technology and was particularly timely and
relevant in WA where 1000 hectares of GM canola trials would be
conducted this year.
"Participants will also learn about future research
opportunities and discuss key issues surrounding the gene
technology debate," he said.
Contact Nadja Moritz, AFAA, Tel 02 6273 9535 or email
NadjaMoritz@afaa.com.au
for information, including cost and registration. |
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