genetically modified organisms
Lab-altered living things
Genetically modified organisms, usually abbreviated GMO, are living things whose DNA has been altered through laboratory techniques rather than traditional breeding.
The term most often refers to crop plants engineered for traits like pest resistance or herbicide tolerance: GMO labeling is required in many countries.
The phrase carries political charge—opponents use it to signal concern about food safety or corporate agriculture, while scientists often prefer "genetically engineered" as more precise.
- cornCereal grown on cobs
- grainCereal plant's harvest unit
- appleCrisp tree fruit
- golden riceYellow-tinted grain variety
- seedEmbryonic plant capsule
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genetically modified organismsorganic produce
Food grown without synthetics
organic food · whole foods · traditional agriculture · agroecology · slow food
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