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Genetic Engineering In Agriculture
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Genetic engineering in agriculture refers to the manipulation of an organism's genetic material to produce desired traits in plants or animals for agricultural purposes.
Key Features
- Creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
- Increased crop yields
- Pest and disease resistance
- Enhanced nutritional value
- Environmental sustainability
Pros
- Higher crop yields leading to increased food production
- Reduced pesticide and herbicide use
- Development of drought-resistant crops
- Improvement of nutritional content of crops
Cons
- Concerns about potential health risks from consuming GMOs
- Potential environmental impact on biodiversity
- Ethical concerns about patenting genetically modified seeds