A GM, or genetically modified crop is a crop that has a specific change placed into its DNA by genetic engineering methods. This is usually used to lengthen shelf life or provide a resistance to pesticides.
2. List 2 arguments FOR the growing of GM crops
GM crops are healthier and have longer shelf lives than that of foods that were not genetically modified. Some examples are low calorie sugar beets and oils with low saturated fat content.
GM crops hold the greatest hope for feeding the growing population.
3. List 2 arguments AGAINST the growing of GM crops.
GM crops could cause allergy problems for some people who unknowingly consume foods genetically engineered with other foods.
GM crops will hurt the profit of smaller, local farmers. GM crops may be too expensive for smaller farmers.
Engineer a Crop
4. Practice this simulation until you get the largest ears of corn. How many times did it take you? Four seasons of the simulation
What’s for Dinner?
*Click on the foods on the table to see what research is being done to bioenginner the foods.
5. List two foods and desribe how they are being modified.
Fries- Potatoes are being genetically modified to absorb less oil when fried. Bioengineers are working to create healthier oils to fry foods in.
Fruit- Strawberries, melons, pears, apples, and grapefruits are all being tested for altered sugar content, fruit ripening cycles, and pest resistance.
Viewpoints
Do you think food should be labeled if it has been genetically modified? Why or Why not?
I think that food should be labeled if it is genetically modified because it may cause allergic reactions to those with allergies. Also, if people wanted non- genetically modified food because they enjoyed the taste or some certain aspect of it, they would know which is which without much hassle on their part.
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