Cards (8)

  • recombinant dna Genetically modified to produce a toxin from Bacillus thuringiensis that kills insect pests.
  • Reduces pesticide use, improving farmer safety and reducing environmental contamination.
  • However, some worry about long-term effects on human health and soil microbiomes.
  • Higher yields and reduced pesticide costs benefit farmers
  • dependency on GMO seed companies raises financial concerns.
  • harm non target insects 
  • Positives: Reduced pesticide use helps non-target organisms like pollinators.
  • Negatives: Potential resistance in pest populations, requiring stronger pesticides in the future