Shankariah, C. (author), Singh, K.N. (author), and Agricultural Extension Division, Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India; Agricultural Extension Division, Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
Format:
Journal article
Publication Date:
1967
Published:
India
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 25 Document Number: B02505
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 134 Document Number: D11401
Notes:
30 pages., Online via website., "Despite the growing use of genetically modified crops over the past 20 years, most Americans say they know only a little about GM foods. And many people appear to hold 'soft' views about the health effects of GM foods, saying they are not sure about whether such foods are better or worse for one's health. ... a majority of Americans perceive disagreement in the scientific community over whether or not GM foods are safe to eat. And, only a minority of Americans perceive scientists as having a strong understanding of the health risks and benefits of GM foods."
Examines the role of trust in shaping public knowledge about, risk perception of, and protective behaviours resulting from this product tampering incident in Xi'an, China.
