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The authors conclude, “It is surprising that some of the positive aspects of (GM crops) introduction appear to be ignored. For instance we would agree with Carpenter (2001) who suggests that whilst scientists continue to debate risks, such as the effects of genetically engineered corn pollen in butterfly populations, dramatic reductions in pesticide use achieved through the introduction on GM crops remain largely ignored. This … is reflected in the figures of companies such as BASF who have stated that, since the introduction of GM crops, their sales have declined by US $300 million/annum.