Genetic engineering of crops for insect resistance: An overview
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DOI: 10.1007/s12038-020-00081-y
Abstract: Phytophagous insect incidence is a serious threat for reduction of crop productivity globally. There is an estimation of one fourth of crop is being destroyed by insects annually. Indeed, the development of insect-resistant crops is… read more here.
Keywords: insects; resistant crops; insect resistant; resistance ... See more keywords
Herbicide resistance and biodiversity: agronomic and environmental aspects of genetically modified herbicide-resistant plants
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DOI: 10.1186/s12302-016-0100-y
Abstract: Farmland biodiversity is an important characteristic when assessing sustainability of agricultural practices and is of major international concern. Scientific data indicate that agricultural intensification and pesticide use are among the main drivers of biodiversity loss.… read more here.
Keywords: herbicide resistance; resistant crops; herbicide; biodiversity ... See more keywords