Survey of Stakeholder Organizations regarding potential use of gene drive for managing agricultural pests in Texas

The team conducted an online survey of individuals from stakeholder organizations associated with agriculture and pest management in Texas. Given that most people have not heard anything about gene drive, the survey included a short video that provided basic information about gene drive, how gene drive might be used to manage agricultural pests, and potential outcomes of gene drive use. Participants were asked questions that gauged their knowledge, perceptions, and values about the potential use of gene drive technology. The information gathered from this diverse set of stakeholders captured multiple viewpoints that can be evaluated to help inform research directions, policy decisions, and acceptable uses for gene drive.