Vivid and factual…an important read not only for social scientists, but most importantly for policy makers and science and technology experts who need to look at societal benefit at large, keeping in mind the social and cultural factors before any innovation.
The book offers important insights into various forms of bio-innovation efforts and their effects on poverty alleviation…. A highly readable book. Each case is immensely informative…the language and flow are cogent and convincing.
The editors have done an excellent job of putting together papers on various types of bio-innovations from across Asia…the book is a must read for those involved in research into and practice of pro-poor interventions in rural areas of the developing world.
The present volume contributes significantly to the existing literature and should be an important point of reference for policymakers and researchers alike.
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