Genetically Modified Foods
If scientists can modify crops to resist pests, disease or drought, should they? New techniques could reduce food costs, improve quality and relieve world hunger. Rice, which many impoverished nations rely upon, could be fortified with vital nutrients. Crops could be engineered to grow in unfavorable climates. But is it safe to meddle with nature? Will our health or the environment suffer? Explore the issues at these sites:
- WhyBiotech
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- New York Times: Genetic Engineering Genetically modified foods make an appearance on grocery shelves and in poor countries. Follow The Times' coverage of developments in the field.
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