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Gene-Editing: How Do We Move Towards Acceptance

As biotechnology continues to drive advancement in the way we grow and consume food, consumer skepticism around biotechnology remains steady. As I alluded to in Science Over Fiction: GMOS for Public Good, consumer skepticism is largely derived from misconceptions around the science behind biotechnology.
For example, take the following survey results as noted in a piece from Agri-Pulse titled Are consumer ready to accept gene editing?
A Michigan State University Food Literacy and Engagement Poll
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