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The article examines the debate over genetically engineered crops, focusing primarily on a form of rice endowed with genes from corn and a bacterium known as "Golden Rice" that can produce beta carotene. Details are provided on the production of Golden Rice by the nonprofit group International Rice Research Institute as well as opposition from those in the Philippines concerned about health risks. According to the author, such technology could improve nutrition in developing countries.

Reports on a study from China which found that genetically modified rice could bring benefits to Chinese farmers.

Presents news briefs concerning technology in Tucson, Arizona compiled as of July 21, 2003. Atmospheric scientists' deployment of Global Positioning System (GPS) sensors at sites in southern Arizona and northwestern Mexico to monitor monsoons; Discovery of the number of genes of chromosome 10 of the rice genome.

Provides information on a research which discovered a rice genome.

Reports the possible impact of the sequencing of the genetic code of rice on the agricultural issues of the world.

Reports on the plans of Monsanto Co. to share its research on the genetic structure of rice to developing countries. Countries to benefit from the decision; Purpose of the move.

Reports on genetically modified foods. Health concerns; Involvement of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA); Development of a new strain of rice in Switzerland with new genes that produce higher levels of iron and beta carotene.

Reports on the creation of tropical rice, that was invented by genetic engineers. Scientists' opposition to the engineered rice; Features of the rice plant; Results of studies carried out on the rice; Concern about the rice; What pesticide used in the creation of the rice.