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The effect of Bt crops and their subsequent formation of Cry proteins on the surrounding environment

Friday, November 8, 2013: 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Bayside A (Sheraton New Orleans Hotel)
Aimee Denham , Angelo State University
Direct negative effects of long-term use of genetically modified crops were carefully analyzed in several selected studies to determine possible complications associated with the abiotic and biotic environment. The study determined that genetically modified crops are an ecologically and economically superior alternative to current agricultural business practices.