This paper deals with consumer acceptance of genetically modified rapeseed-oil in Germanyand analyzes under which conditions consumers would buy such products. To investigate this subject a Discrete-Choice-Experiment was performed within the framework of a cross-European consumer survey in...

In contrast to the increasing use of GM plants in world-wide agriculture, the acceptance of GM food is still low in the European Union (EU). In order to ensure freedom of choice for consumers and users of GM and non-GM products, GM food and feed products have to be labeled in case a tolerance...

The paper compares the innovation systems of horticulture in Germany and the Netherlands, which are both important producers of horticultural products in Europe. Based on the theoretical framework of national systems of innovation, the R&D structures, the characteristics of firms and important...