Discuss the role of technological in the field of agriculture in europe
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The need for technological development in agriculture to achieve "sustainable intensification" is on the agenda of governments and international bodies. Innovation is also at the centre of the EU2020 strategy. New technologies and their adoption by EU farmers are key drivers in maintaining European agriculture competitive in a global world. While the potential of technological development for sustainability of agriculture is acknowledged, there is a global trend towards increased regulation of new technologies in agriculture, particularly bio-technologies that result in genetically modified organisms (GMOs), be it for concerns about their safety or ethical and societal concerns. By its own nature, the conception and development of policies governing technology needs strong scientific support.