Genetically modified crops through biotechnology

Authors

  • César Petri Serrano Spain

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24310/enbio.v15i182.17111

Keywords:

GM crops

Abstract

The usefulness of the genetically modified organisms (GM) as a tool in research to generate knowledge is undeniable. However, GM crops are very controversial. Currently, public opinion has been polarized into groups that fervently defend its use and groups with an equally opposite opinion. This manuscript reviews briefly the status of GM crops and the current legislation; what defines a crop to be considered as GM and the process for its commercialization within the European Union. The existing controversy around GM crops and whether the legislation should be revised or updated in any of its aspects is also exposed.

 

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Author Biography

César Petri Serrano

Departamento de Hortofruticultura Subtropical y Mediterránea, Instituto de Hortofruticultura Subtropical y Mediterránea (IHSM-UMA-CSIC)

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Published

2022-06-21

How to Cite

Petri Serrano, C. (2022). Genetically modified crops through biotechnology. Encuentros En La Biología, 15(182), 6–13. https://doi.org/10.24310/enbio.v15i182.17111