Africa Science Focus
Africa Science Focus
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Nigerian farmers, scientists divided over GM maize
30 minutes Posted Jul 18, 2024 at 10:00 am.
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The Nigerian government's approval earlier this year of transgenic insect-resistant and drought-tolerant maize varieties, also known as TELA maize, has sparked intense debate among farmers, scientists, and the general public. In this episode of Africa Science Focus, reporter Jayne Augoye hears out the diverse perspectives on the introduction of TELA maize, a genetically modified (GM) crop, which proponents say will contribute to food and nutrition security. Samuel Agele, professor and researc...