Introduction
Genetically modified crops are plant varieties that have undergone genetic modification to achieve desired traits. These plants have many advantages and can support conventional plant varieties in different ways.
Support during cultivation
Genetically modified crops allow more efficient cultivation in the following ways:
- Higher yields: GM crops are able to produce higher yields, which helps agricultural production.
- Resilience: genetically modified crops can be more resistant to pests, diseases and environmental stresses, reducing yield losses.
- Herbicidal: Certain GM crops may be resistant to certain herbicides, allowing for more effective weed control during cultivation.
Support for the food industry
Genetically modified crops offer a number of benefits to the food industry:
- nutritional-and-dietary-habits/">Nutritional value: genetically modified crops allow for an improvement in nutritional value, for example by increasing the vitamin or protein content.
- Shelf-life: Certain GM crops offer a longer shelf-life, which reduces food wastage.
- Flavour and texture: Genetically modified crops allow for improved flavour and texture, resulting in better quality food.
Environment
Genetically modified crops can contribute to environmental protection in the following ways:
- Less harmful chemicals: GM crops allow the use of fewer chemicals in cultivation, which reduces the environmental impact.
- Water saving: some GM crops can survive with less water use, which is important in water scarce areas.
- Soil conservation: GM crops can improve soil conservation, for example by reducing soil erosion.
Summary
GM crops support conventional crop varieties in a number of ways. More efficient cultivation, improved traits and environmental protection all contribute to sustainable agriculture and food production.
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