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Public approval of plant and animal biotechnology in South Korea: an ordered probit analysis

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The article discusses a study carried out to analyze predictors of public acceptance in South Korea with regard to the use of biotechnology to create genetically modified plant- and animal-based food products. Results showed that younger, urban, liberal and affluent South Korean consumers were more likely to approve use of biotechnology to create foods based on plant and animal products.

South Korea, Government domestic functions, Public affairs, Usage, Food, Agricultural policy, Genetically modified animals, Public opinion, Plant biotechnology, Animal biotechnology

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Consumer beliefs and attitude towards genetically modified food: basis for segmentation and implications for communication

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Four consumer segments were identified based on survey results of Belgian consumer's beliefs and attitudes towards genetically modified food. The segments are established as, positive, negative, neutral and reluctant. Implications for the formulation of effective communication strategies to improve consumer understanding, are provided.

Belgium, Surveys, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Consumers

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Probit analysis of fresh meat consumption in Belgium: exploring BSE and television communication impact

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A new study investigates what influences Belgian consumers' fresh meat consumption, focusing on the impact of television reporting of the BSE crisis on fresh red meat consumption.

Research, Meat industry, Food and nutrition, Bovine spongiform encephalopathy, Media coverage, Beef

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