DNA Technology

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Biotechnology Provides:

Improved food products

Medical advances

An enhanced environment

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Herbicide Resistant Crops

Soybeans: Roundup Ready

Corn: Roundup Ready, Liberty Link

Cotton: BXN, Roundup Ready

Canola: Liberty Link, Roundup Ready

+ CP4 EPSPS = Roundup

gene Ready

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Biotechnology Breakthroughs

Insulin (1982)

First commercial biotech product

Reliable, inexpensive source of insulin

Rice

Enriched with beta-carotene and iron

Bananas

Containing edible hepatitis vaccine

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Biotechnology Breakthroughs

Potatoes with higher solid content

Garlic that lowers cholesterol

Fruits and vegetables that reduce risks of cancer and heart disease

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Environmental Benefits

Reduced pesticide use

Lower energy requirements

Cleaner water

Less soil erosion

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