Upload NowThe below mentioned article provides notes on genetically modified crops (GM). When potential risks to the environment from new genetically modified (GM) crops are discussed, the focus is generally on risks of genes escaping to wild relatives that become “super-weeds,” risks of crops themselves becoming weeds, and the potential that toxins produced by the GM […]
Notes on Genetically Modified Crops (GM) | Biotechnology
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Notes on Traditional Plant Breeding | Biotechnology
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The below mentioned article provides notes on traditional plant breeding. When crossing two plants using traditional breeding techniques, breeders mix thousands of genes in order to transfer the protein products to enhance one or a few genetic traits. Therefore, the odds of something —such as a naturally occurring toxin —being transferred unintentionally are far greater […]
Benefits of Biotechnology on Crops
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In this article we will discuss about the benefits of biotechnology on crops. Farmers have relied for centuries on the newest technology to produce and enhance foods that possess specific beneficial traits. Biotechnology offers farmers a more precise way to accomplish these goals. The use of biotechnology benefits not only the grower, but also the […]