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Determinants of Consumer Attitudes and Purchasing Behaviors on Genetically Modified Foods in Taiwan

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  • Yang, Tongyang
  • Ames, Glenn C.W.
  • Berning, Joshua

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Consumers have been concerned about the introduction of genetically modified (GM) foods into Taiwan. This study examines the public’s attitude toward GM foods in Taiwan using data obtained in a nationwide telephone interview in January 2004. Logit regression was used to measure the relative importance of consumers’ socio-demographic characteristics, personal beliefs, and awareness of genetically modified foods which may impact their purchasing behavior, as well as consumers’ willingness to pay a premium for non-GM foods. Results show that the perceived risk of GM foods and technology, previous knowledge about genetic engineering, and higher education levels were significant determinants of consumers’ willingness to purchase non-GM foods versus GM foods. Moreover, on average, Taiwanese consumers were willing to spend 19% more to avoid purchasing GM foods.

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  • Yang, Tongyang & Ames, Glenn C.W. & Berning, Joshua, 2015. "Determinants of Consumer Attitudes and Purchasing Behaviors on Genetically Modified Foods in Taiwan," Journal of Food Distribution Research, Food Distribution Research Society, vol. 46(1), pages 1-7, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:jlofdr:199044
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.199044
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