BOTANY
BIOTECHNOLOGY
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the use of genetically modified crops to increase potential yield
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the short term use of genetically modified crops in famine stricken countries
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the development of genetically modified crops which are resistant to herbicides
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the long term effects which may arise from the use of genetically modified crops
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Detailed explanation-1: -Ecological concerns GM crops could lead to erosion of biodiversity and pollute gene pools of endangered plant species. Genetic erosion has occurred as the farmers have replaces the use of traditional varieties with monocultures.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Roundup Ready trait, a trait bred into soy, corn and cotton plants to allow farmers to spray the glyphosate-based herbicide Roundup for weed prevention without killing the crop itself, quickly became one of the most ubiquitous traits and also the most controversial.
Detailed explanation-3: -A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an animal, plant, or microbe whose DNA has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. For thousands of years, humans have used breeding methods to modify organisms. Corn, cattle, and even dogs have been selectively bred over generations to have certain desired traits.