"We have developed this educational website to help Pennsylvanians understand the issues and science surrounding Biotechnology. Penn State faculty and county-based educators share scientific information to help consumers, farmers, and interested citizens make informed decisions on the issue. In addition to the knowledge and perspectives from Penn State faculty and staff, information from other universities and science institutions, as well as government regulators, non-profit advocacy organizations and biotech industries is presented.

While biotechnology advances have the potential to improve the quality of life of all people on earth, concerns are also being raised about potential negative impacts of biotechnology on the earth’s ecosystems, including humans. The realities of various aspects of biotechnology are more complex than simple yes-or-no answers. As with any public issue Penn State Cooperative Extension is committed to providing research-based information and education that helps people understand the complexities and range of perspectives of biotechnology in food and agriculture.”

Jack Watson, Ph.D.
State Program Leader for Agriculture and Natural Resources, and .
Assistant Director of Penn State Cooperative Extension