Author: Deng Pingjian / Country: Mainland China
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Genetically modified food is a new type of food with novel characteristics and functions. This food has quietly entered our lives and occupies a significant share in today's food structure and market. With the advent of the era of genetically modified food consumption, consumers, operators, and managers urgently need to understand the basic knowledge of genetically modified food. This book introduces the characteristics, functions, varieties, and production technology of genetically modified food in simple, clear, and easy-to-understand language. It also focuses on discussing the safety issues of genetically modified food that are commonly concerned by consumers, elaborating on the main factors affecting the safety of genetically modified food, the role and methods of safety evaluation, and the management regulations for the safety of genetically modified food. It helps a broad range of consumers and the public establish a comprehensive, objective, and scientific understanding of genetically modified food, and also aids in addressing and eliminating various doubts and concerns people may have about genetically modified food. This book is suitable for reading by consumers, food operators, and management personnel.