Chemistry

Genetically Modified Crops

Genetically Modified Crops

Genetically modified crops are plants used in agriculture, the DNA of which has been changed using genetic engineering techniques. In most cases the aim is to introduce a brand new trait to this plant which won’t occur naturally within the species. Examples with food crops include resistance to a number of pests, diseases, or environmental conditions, reduction of spoilage, or resistance to help chemical treatments or improving the nutrient profile in the crop.