HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY
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Question
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The cost of research is included in the cost to the consumer
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The cost of food decreases and the quality of food increases
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genetically modified foods won’t need to be studied
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“gmo’s” are completely resistant to disease and drought
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Detailed explanation-1: -Genetic modification can make plants resistant to disease and tolerant of herbicides, and therefore, the process can increase the amount of food that farmers can grow. This in turn can reduce food prices and contribute to food security.
Detailed explanation-2: -The possible benefits of genetic engineering include: More nutritious food. Tastier food. Disease-and drought-resistant plants that require fewer environmental resources (such as water and fertilizer)
Detailed explanation-3: -GMOs are usually cheaper Because they can save on resources, food producers can also charge lower prices for GMO foods. In some cases, the costs of foods like corn, beets, and soybeans may be cut by 15% to 30%.
Detailed explanation-4: -GMO crops have significantly increased crop yields and simultaneously decreased pesticide use. By doing these two things combined, we are producing more food with less inputs.
Detailed explanation-5: -The benefits of having foods made from genetically modified crops are-creating plants better resistant to weeds, pest and other diseases, foods with better texture, flavor and nutritional value, foods with a longer shelf life for easier shipping.