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- GMO Crops On The Market in the U. S. | List of GMO Foods - GMO Answers
Many of these GMO crops are used as processed ingredients in common foods – such as sugar or cornstarch Only some varieties of papaya, potatoes, squash, sweet corn and apples may be available in your store’s produce aisle You can find out the many benefits of GMO crops in the table below
- The History of GMOs - GMO Answers
The History of GMO Crops 10,000 Years Ago: Humans begin crop domestication using selective breeding 1700s: Farmers and scientists begin cross-breeding plants within a species 1940s and 1950s: Breeders and researchers seek out additional means to introduce genetic variation into the gene pool of plants
- What Are Genetically Modified Organisms? - GMO Answers
GMO crops were created for: Insect resistance : to provide farmers with season-long protection against pests, reduce the need for pesticide applications and lower input costs Drought tolerance : to increase water retention and allow crops to better endure drought conditions without the need for additional irrigation
- GMO Myths Vs. GMO Facts - GMO Answers
The non-GMO label doesn’t always mean it’s replacing a GMO alternative Often, companies use the non-GMO label on foods that were never developed with biotechnology For example, there aren’t any GMO tomatoes available on supermarket shelves So, when you see non-GMO tomatoes, remember, you’re paying a premium for a meaningless label
- How Are GMOs Made? How Do GMOs Work? - GMO Answers
Genetic Engineering (“GE” "GMO"): In the late 20th century, advances in technology have enabled us to expand the genetic diversity of crops For years, university, government and company scientists intensively researched and refined this process
- What is GMO? | GMO Definition - GMO Answers
By definition, a GMO, or genetically modified organism, is a plant, animal or another organism that has had its genetic makeup modified in order to produce a more desirable outcome, such as enhanced nutrition or a stronger resistance to disease So, what is GMO in simple terms?
- GMO Potatoes: Everything You Need to Know | GMO Answers
This post was originally published on GMO Answers' Medium page Genetic modification prevents potatoes from bruising and browning and reduces asparagine, which enhances food safety (Image Credit: GMO Answers) The potato is the most frequently consumed vegetable in the United States, which raises the question – are there GMO potatoes?
- The Truth Behind GMO Labeling
The non-GMO label doesn’t mean it’s better for the environment Several GMO crops use less water and fewer pesticides Non-GMO alternatives often need more environmental resources The non-GMO label doesn’t mean there aren’t any GMOs Non-GMO labeled food products can contain up to 1% GMO ingredients
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