African Journal of Biotechnology Vol. 3 (3), pp. 156-158, March 2004

ISSN 1684–5315 © 2004 Academic Journals

Perspective

Plant gene technology: social considerations

Berhanu Abraha Tsegay

Bahir Dar University, Department of Biology, Ethiopia. P. O. Box 79, Fax: +251 8 202025; E-mail: berhanutsegay@yahoo.com.

Accepted 30 December 2003

The genetic modification of plants by gene technology is of immense potential benefits, but there may be possible risks. The advantages and social concerns of plant gene technology are discussed.

Key words: Gene technology, genetically modified plant, agriculture.