ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Third-generation GMOs include recombinant organisms engineered to control pests in agriculture, pathogens in human health, and invasive species in the environment.

Detailed explanation-2: -The conventional plant breeding of the Green Revolution, itself a more primitive form of GM, produced high-yielding strains of rice, corn, and wheat. These were “dwarf” versions of traditional crops with shorter stems that performed better in irrigated, fertilized soil.

Detailed explanation-3: -1994: The first GMO produce created through genetic engineering-a GMO tomato-becomes available for sale after studies evaluated by federal agencies proved it to be as safe as traditionally bred tomatoes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of commercialized second generation crops include (ISAAA GM Approval Database): Non-browning apples. Non-bruising and low acrylamide potatoes. Maize varieties with low phytic acid and increased essential amino acids.