A GREENER THAN GREEN REVOLUTION?

The CGIAR is preparing to usher in the gene revolution and is looking to the private sector for support. What are the implications for the CGIAR's research agenda and the millions of farmers around the world that it serves?

The CGIAR is preparing to usher in the gene revolution and is looking to the private sector for support. What are the implications for the CGIAR's research agenda and the millions of farmers around the world that it serves?

THE TRIPS REVIEW TAKES OFF

In 1999 the member states of the WTO are launching a review of the controversial TRIPS agreement. The review is gearing up to be the next battleground for the life patents issue.

In 1999 the member states of the WTO are launching a review of the controversial TRIPS agreement. The review is gearing up to be the next battleground for the life patents issue.