Year: 2026
Type: review
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Agricultural biotechnology encompasses a range of technologies, including genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which have been developed and applied in agriculture for several decades, as well as the more recently developed new genomic techniques (NGTs), which have attracted increasing attention in the context of challenges related to sustainable agriculture and food security. However, its successful implementation depends not only on technological progress but also on public acceptance. This study presents a structured literature review synthesizing the existing evidence on public acceptance of agricultural biotechnology in Poland. Relevant studies were identified through a structured search of the Scopus and Web of Science databases using predefined search terms related to public acceptance, perceptions, attitudes, GMOs, NGTs, and Poland. The reviewed literature was analyzed to identify patterns in public awareness, perceptions, attitudes, and the main determinants influencing technology acceptance. The review shows that research conducted in Poland has focused predominantly on GMOs, while empirical evidence on public perceptions of NGTs remains scarce. Public acceptance is strongly influenced by the application context, perceived risks and benefits, trust in science and institutions, and the level of public awareness. Biotechnology applications associated with health and environmental benefits generally receive greater support than those related to food production. The review also identifies significant research gaps, including the limited number of studies on NGTs and the need for more comprehensive analyses of the social determinants of biotechnology acceptance. These findings provide a basis for future research and may support evidence-based communication and policymaking regarding agricultural biotechnology.
Authors: Woźniak-Gientka Ewa, Tyczewska Agata
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,801
OpenAlex ID: W7223180628