"Agricultural Biotechnology in Developing Countries: Towards Optimizing the Benefits for the Poor" offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of biotechnology in the agriculture of developing countries. The book highlights the promising opportunities that biotechnology presents for sustainable growth, food security, and poverty alleviation. It addresses the economic and institutional barriers that limit the access of the poor to innovative biotechnological solutions. In 23 chapters, written by a variety of scholars and stakeholders, the current state of agricultural biotechnology in Latin America, Africa, and Asia is examined. In addition to the economic and social impacts, the challenges for adapting the international research framework are also discussed, particularly concerning intellectual property rights and the role of key research organizations. The book is a valuable resource for academics and policymakers engaged with agricultural biotechnology in developing countries.