Question

One environmental advantage and disadvantage of gm crops

Answer 1

GMOs help farmers to grow more crops using less land. Genetically modified traits such as insect and disease resistance and drought tolerance help to maximize yield by minimizing crop loss to pests, diseases and adverse weather conditions.

Answer 2

Genetically modified (gm) crops are those crops whose DNA has been modified using genetic engineering method example cotton, maize, soyabean etc. there are some advantage and disadvantage of gm crops  

Explanation:

1. when crop genetically modified then it became more nutritious example fortified rice .
2. Disease and drought resistant crop and require less amount of water and fertilizer after genetically modification.
3. Major disadvantage of gm crops is endanger to native species because higher use of gm crops leaving behind the native species.
4. GM crops over use may increase allergy in children.