Genetically-Modified (GM) Foods: Advantages
Farmers can produce crops that grow bigger and faster.
Some GM crops are more resistant to disease or insects.
This could be important for food production in developing countries.
Faster growing cereals, fruit and vegetables will mean more profit.
GM foods can be modified to look perfect.
They may be more attractive to customers.
Genetically-Modified (GM) Foods: Disadvantages
There may be risks involved in the genetic engineering of foods.
GM crops might change whole ecosystems.
Food chains could be broken if crops are resistant to predators.
Organic foods are produced without chemicals or genetic modification.
Organic farming may be slower and more expensive.
However, the environment is not damaged by fertilisers or pesticides.
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