benefits of GM food- at a glance

Genetic modification allows seeds to grow in conditions that may seem impossible for conventional crops. These conditions include high-salt, less fertile lands, shorter periods of seasons, etc.

The ability to of GM crops to grow in less favourable conditions allows flexibility and a wider variety of crops to be cultivated at more places and in a wider scale. It also allows crops to use nitrogen in soil more efficiently and effectively. With all the above mentioned factors, this helps the farmer generates a more stable profit.  
                                                                    
  In addition, the ability of gene modified crops with lesser or no reliance on the usage of pesticides, helping farmers to save money on pesticides. 
                                                                 
 Farmers can also save money on labour cost because GM crops does not need regular maintenance such as weeding and fertilizing, compared to conventional crops.          

   

blog entry contributor: monica