Different Methods of Agriculture
Genetic Engineering
Crops of the Future
Farmers decide to grow engineered crops for many reasons, including increased production and the convenient management of insects, diseases, and weeds. Genetically engineered crops account for most of the canola, corn, and soybean plantings in Canada and the United States.
Technology Use Agreement
Farmers who want to buy patented seeds must sign an annual agreement with the seed supplier. One requirement is that the farmer cannot keep seed from the current year's crop for planting the following season.
Food scientists use microscopic analysis of genes (DNA) to isolate favourable plant traits.
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Conventional Corn
Genetically Engineered Corn
Plant Double Helix
You can only see the difference between genetically engineered and conventionally grown produce when you compare the DNA of each plant.
