Genetically Modified crops, revolutionizing agriculture, are cultivated from seeds with altered DNA using genetic engineering techniques. Engineered for enhanced traits like resistance to pests, diseases, and environmental stresses, GM crops often demonstrate increased yield potential. This technology aims to address global food security challenges, offering crops with improved nutritional content and extended shelf life. While proponents praise the potential benefits, including reduced pesticide use and enhanced crop resilience, concerns linger regarding environmental impact, biodiversity, and long-term health effects. The debate over the adoption and regulation of GM crops continues, reflecting the complex balance between innovation in agriculture and the need for sustainable, safe, and ethical practices in food production.
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Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Food security in the SDG era: Challenges, opportunities, and climate-smart solutions
Shabbar Ali, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
Title : Exploration of the insecticidal properties of Juniperus communis L. essential oil on the grain weevil
Tadjine Nacera, Blida1 University, Algeria
Title : Risk extension: A step to capability for building farmers’ resilience and adaptation to climate changes
Rasha Mohamed El Sayed Shabana, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Seed-cotton (or kapas) agricultural pollution and environmental health impact assessment
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic-Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India