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1 day ago · To the average consumer, GMO potatoes don’t look very different when sitting next to their organic counterparts. Although they may look identical, genetically modified foods can come along with unintended consequences and unknown effects on those who eat them. This is especially concerning since the FDA approved three new GMO potatoes in 2017.
May 18, 2024 · This livestock feed crop is often genetically modified to tolerate herbicides, leading to more robust crops and higher yields. Potatoes Photo credit: Depositphotos. Some potatoes are genetically modified to resist bruising and browning, extending their freshness and reducing food waste. Apples Photo Credit: Pexels.
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May 21, 2024 · While genetically modified crops may still provoke fear and uncertainty, some scientists argue that not only can they help alleviate human health concerns, but they might also be able to help fight...
6 days ago · GMOs, or genetically modified organisms, result from genetic engineering aimed at enhancing certain traits in plants, and they offer potential benefits like increased crop yield, reduced need for pesticides, and improved resistance to diseases.
6 days ago · There is a considerable potential of developing such GM crop varieties by expressing genes related to secondary metabolite biosynthesis for enhanced plant defense, and also, genes that can...
May 4, 2024 · Breeding for improved nutritious potato varieties suitable for sustainable production and climate change resilience will be aided by introgression of diverse genes from native Andean cultivars...
1 day ago · The genetically modified organisms, including potato, tomato, and spinach are applied in the production of substances that stimulate the immune system to respond to specific pathogens. With the help of recombinant DNA techniques, the genes encoded for viral or bacterial antigens could be genetically transcribed and translated into plant cells.
