View The Current Topic On Climate Change To Tie In

View The Current Topic On Climate Change To Tie In With This Dna Modu

View the Current Topic on Climate Change. To tie in with this DNA module, please research this topic on the Internet and include information on Genetically Modified Crops/Organims (GMOs). Write a discussion post on your thoughts on this topic. Your post should be at least 150 words and must not be copied or plagiarized. Cite your sources if you use a website to help you. You can write about something new you learned or something you agree or disagree with on this topic. You can also share personal experiences that relate to this topic.

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Climate change remains one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, impacting ecosystems, economies, and communities worldwide. An intriguing intersection of this issue with biotechnology involves genetically modified organisms (GMOs), particularly GM crops. Genetically modified crops are engineered using DNA technology to enhance desirable traits such as drought tolerance, pest resistance, and increased yield. These modifications can potentially contribute to climate change mitigation by reducing the need for chemical inputs like pesticides and fertilizers, which in turn can lower greenhouse gas emissions associated with agriculture (Brookes & Barfoot, 2020). For instance, drought-tolerant GM crops can help farmers withstand changing weather patterns caused by climate change, ensuring food security in vulnerable regions (James, 2020). However, concerns persist regarding the ecological and socio-economic impacts of GMOs, including gene flow to wild species and corporate control over seeds (Nassr & Ghannadiasl, 2021). Personally, I believe that responsible development and regulation of GM crops could be part of sustainable agricultural practices that address climate challenges. Combining advanced biotechnology with environmental policies offers promising solutions, but it requires careful oversight to maximize benefits and minimize risks.

References

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