GMOs are beneficial, and the benefits of using GMOs outweigh the risks in most circumstances. Genetically modified crops decrease insecticide use and help prevent overuse since the crops are able to produce an insecticide; the insecticide produced by genetically modified crops is not harmful to humans and only kills specific insects. There are also ways that help prevent insects from becoming resistant to the insecticides used. Genetically modified crops, like golden rice, can also help provide more nutrients to people in developing countries that are suffering from malnutrition. Genetically modified animals, such as salmon, that are modified to grow faster, can help reduce the pressure placed on wild salmon stocks that are caused by overfishing.
