Genetically Modified Organisms Pros And Cons

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have become an increasingly popular option for nations that face a growing population and a limited food supply. GMOs are defined as an organism whose genome has been altered by the techniques of genetic engineering so that its DNA contains one or more genes not normally found there. This is typically accomplished through transgenesis, which is the usage of a bacterium to transfer DNA. Humans Altering DNA began, as Charles Darwin described, with selective breeding, or artificial selection. Humans choose which organism to breed and, hence, choose with genes to pass on. Repeated selection of superior genes has the possibility of altering a species in the long run. One of the first plants to be genetically altered was corn in 7800 BCE. In Southwest Asia, corn originally grew as a wild grass with few kernels. In hopes of generating more yield with each set of crops, only the crops with the highest yields were bred. This resulted in modifying the original wild grass into corn. Other crops that have been selectively bred to have higher yields include apples, bananas, and broccoli.
The first genetically modified organism was produced in 1973 by two men named Herbert Boyer and Stanley …show more content…
In 2013, a judge announced a halt on the release on GE corn. A group of activists attempted to bring a lawsuit against GMOs. The activists brought the case because they believed GMOs were detrimental to public health. Despite this, the case was dropped over insufficient evidence. Mexico implemented the Law on Biosecurity of Genetically Modified Organisms to oversee the usage of GMO crops. Specifically, the law is aimed to oversee the production of GE crops and the export of these crops. The legislation also sets guidelines for research, imports, and environmental releases. The goal of the Law on Biosecurity of Genetically Modified Organisms is to limit the potential effects of