Monsanto's new $1bn herbicide shows our bias towards hi-tech solutions

From superfoods to GM crops – every week presents a new technological solution to save the world, distracting us from the simpler, sustainable optionsEvery week brings news of the latest world-saving technological breakthrough, from electric cars to superfoods and energy miracles. Global agrochemical firm Monsanto just announced a $1bn investment in its new herbicide, dicamba, part of Roundup Ready Xtend, its system for genetically engineered crops such as soya beans and cotton.But, as we consider which paths to go down to solve the world’s food, energy, climate and health problems, are we spellbound by hi-tech answers over less glamorous, but potentially better, low-tech approaches? Continue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - July 24, 2015 Category: Science Authors: Andrew Simms Tags: Guardian sustainable business GM Environment Farming Science Technology Poverty Society Food & drink drink industry Life and style Agriculture Source Type: news