Does RNAi-Based Technology Fit within EU Sustainability Goals?

Trends Biotechnol

Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences (DISTAL), University of Bologna, viale Fanin 44, Bologna, Italy. Electronic address:

Published: July 2021

European Union (EU) and global sustainability policies emphasize the need to replace contentious pesticides with safe, efficient, and cost-effective alternatives to ensure sustainable food production. However, R&D for alternatives to contentious pesticides are lagging behind and need to be broadened. Here, we discuss how RNAi-based technology can contribute to pesticide risk reduction.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.tibtech.2020.11.008DOI Listing

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