GM trials, Deer farming, Protected regional foods
Farming news. Field trials of a GM crop which produces Omega 3s identical to fish oils will go ahead in Hertfordshire. And the drive to set up more deer farms in Scotland.
Field trials of a GM crop which produces Omega 3s identical to fish oils will go ahead in Hertfordshire. Scientists at Rothamsted Research have inserted genes from algae into the Camelina plant. They hope it will provide a more sustainable alternative to fishmeal, for feeding farmed fish. GM Freeze argues the modified Camelina crop is not needed.
Also in the programme: the Scottish Government's push to increase the number of deer farms, to meet the growing demand for venison.
Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Sarah Swadling.
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