November 15, 2007

getting Omega-3 into the food chain – GM crops and farming practices

Speakers:
Prof Christine Williams, Professor of Human Nutrition, University of Reading
Prof Ian Givens, Director of the Animal Science Research Group, University of Reading
Prof Jonathan Napier, Plant Scientist and research leader, Rothamsted Research

Experts involved in a five-year project to increase levels of Omega-3 consumption through innovative farming techniques spoke to journalists about the science behind the enrichment of food in this way.