ABSTRACT

This research aimed to study behavioral intention toward genetically modified crop (GMC) technology. The statistical population was composed of all staff experts of Jihad-e Agriculture Organization of Iran (N = 837). The sample size was 310 agricultural experts taken by simple randomization. The data collection tool was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed by structural equations modeling. The results provided enough evidence to confirm the negative and significant effect of ethical concerns on behavioral intention toward GMC technology and the positive and significant effect of attitude toward technology and social impact on behavioral intention. According to the results, it is necessary to hold training courses inside and outside the country, adopt bottom-up management, use experienced and prospective managers, involve experts in planning and development of GMCs to a greater extent, and share personal experiences in training courses to change people’ attitude.

摘要

本研究旨在研究转基因作物 (GMC) 技术的行为意图。统计人口由伊朗圣战农业组织的所有工作人员专家组成（N = 837）。样本量为 310 名农业专家，通过简单随机化获得。数据收集工具是问卷。通过结构方程模型分析数据。研究结果提供了足够的证据来证实伦理关注对 GMC 技术行为意向的负向显着影响以及对技术的态度和社会影响对行为意向的正向显着影响。根据结果​​，需要在国内外举办培训班，采取自下而上的管理，使用有经验和有前途的管理人员，