Economic benefits. GM crops approved by 71 countries (29 planting and 41 non-planting) are grown in 190.4 billion hectares area worldwide. GM crops are grown in 29 countries and other 42 countries accept importation of GM crops for human consumption, animal feeding and product processing. What Are the Disadvantages of Genetically Modified Foods? 1. GMO crops may cause antibiotic resistance.. Iowa State University research shows that when crops are modified to 2. Farmers growing genetically modified foods have a greater legal liability.. Crops that are genetically modified will Genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) are some of the more recent and controversial tools that have been developed. According to the companies and scientists who design new GMO crops, this new technology is harmless to humans, better for the environment, and is the only way to feed an ever-growing population [2]. Article Vocabulary A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an animal, plant, or microbe whose DNA has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. For thousands of years, humans have used breeding methods to modify organisms. Corn, cattle, and even dogs have been selectively bred over generations to have certain desired traits. GMOs increase the resistance to the pests, the weeds and the disease, The crops are more capable of thriving in the regions with poor soil or adverse climates, they require less herbicides & pesticides, So, They will be more environment friendly. GMOs disadvantages The use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), also known as genetic engineering or bioengineering, in food has emerged as an area of concern and confusion for parents and families. 8, - 11 The term GMO refers to foods (or other products) designed through genetic engineering, a process that introduces a desired trait into the product by inserting novel DNA from a separate organism. As you will see, discourse on the benefit and safety of GMOs is heavily shaped and censored by the biotechnology industries that produce GMOs, stifling a free and fair debate on their use. Here are 14 of the key disadvantages of GMOs to consider: 1. GMOs can produce toxic substances 1. GMOs advance the quality of grown food. One of the advantages of genetically modified foodstuffs is that they can be changed to have a longer-lasting life with the aim of limiting the wastage of food. Advantages of GMO foods GMO foods may offer several advantages to the grower and consumer. For starters, many GMO crops have been genetically modified to express a gene that protects them Growing GMO crops leads to environmental benefits such as reduced pesticide use, less water waste, and lower carbon emissions. The two main types of GMO crops in use are bioengineered to either produce their own pesticides or to be herbicide-tolerant. gaR5I.