The GM food Imbroglio
Published: May 31, 2017
Photo: Prasad
With the ever-growing population, GM crops might be necessary in the future, although there is widespread speculation over their long-term health effects especially for field crops such as mustard.
Abstract: Genetically modified crops have been under scrutiny for being unhealthy, destroying the traditional cropping practices and yet they seem to be providing answers to burgeoning food requirements. A careful system of scientific monitoring has to be in place prior to the induction of such endeavours in India.
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