Genetic engineering to yield more food
Genetic engineering is the topic of many science fiction movies. It provides a promise for a better future. An Idaho based multinational company is trying to deliver on that promise. They have acquired gene editing licence rights. Their research may help farmers to produce more crops. These crops also stay fresh for longer periods of time. This includes grocery store staples such as potatoes, strawberry and avocados. JR Simplot Company on Monday announced the agreement with DowDuPont Inc. and the Broad Institute of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard…
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