GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
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GMOs' Advantages and Disadvantages
When it comes to how the general public views GMOs, or genetically modified organisms, there is a lot of scepticism [1]. It may not seem very enticing on the surface to breed organisms whose genetic makeup has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. The genetic makeup of our seeds, plants, and animals has actually been altered by humans for ages.
However, the debate over GMOs, particularly in the food business, is still ongoing. Scientists are divided, governments are pursuing various regulation strategies, farmers and the food industry don't always agree, and consumer advocacy organisations and environmentalists are still sceptical about the safety of GMOs.
It may be challenging to reduce arguments to their core truths and take a fresh look at the issues in a debate that has so far produced over 2,000 studies showing that GMO technology does not pose an unusual threat to human health [3] and likely involves just as many people supporting the opposite idea.
Greentumble, however, felt that we were up for the job and are providing you with our best analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of GMOs below.
GMO: What Is It? Acquiring knowledge of genetically modified organisms
An organism that has had its genes changed in a lab is known as a genetically modified organism (GMO).
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It differs from a hybrid plant when referring to plants in that a hybrid plant is one that has been crossed with another member of the same species, for example, two grapevines. The resulting hybrid of the two plants combines elements of both; for instance, it might produce a grapevine that is more tolerant of cold temperatures.
The main goal of genetically modifying plants is to make the crop resistant to pests or herbicides sprayed on nearby weeds.
Bt maize is an illustration of a genetically altered plant. The genetic material for maize was combined in a lab by the Monsanto Chemical Company, a significant supplier of agricultural chemicals and a manufacturer of GMO products, with bacterium that is naturally present in many soils and is pest-resistant (bacillus thuringiensis, or Bt).
The end result, Bt maize, has insecticidal substances known as Bt toxins in each and every one of its cells. The plant itself is an EPA-registered insecticide. The corn rootworm that tries to eat it is killed by it.
According to the EPA, all animals, birds, and fish are unaffected by it, and only certain insects are hazardous [4].
In the United States, Bt crops including cotton and potatoes are being produced on millions of acres.
GMOs Quick Navigation Pros & Cons
GMOS's benefits include:
1. Enhanced crop pest resistance;
2. Reduced pesticide residues in food;
3. Reduced agricultural runoff;
4. Reduced risk of pesticide crop contamination;
5. Higher crop production.
6. Lessening chance of crop failure
7. Improved nutrient content
GMOS's drawbacks
Inadequate scientific evidence, increased usage of herbicides, and the introduction of new allergens
4. Antibiotic resistance
5. Other negative environmental effects
6. How super weeds and super pests have evolved
7. Loss of biodiversity
8. Reliance on chemicals and seeds
GMO benefits number one: improved agricultural insect resistance
Pesticide applications won't need to be repeated when growing crops that have been genetically altered to eliminate pests. Pesticide use is a major environmental concern, and any steps taken to eliminate it will have a positive impact on the water's purity, soil health, and all other life forms that depend on these elements for survival.
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