Chaitanya Varanasi Dr.

Robert Jansen UGS 302

DO GMOS SOLVE THE FOOD CRISIS?

PRESENT SITUATION
Assumptions Genetically Modified crops are future, but we have to consider factors beyond crops. Since most of the population rests in Asia, Africa, Latin American countries, we have to focus on them Land has only increased 9%, Population double in next 40 years.

SOME POSITIVE EFFECTS

Higher Crop Yield Increased Genetic Resistance Quicker Growth cycles Long term positive investment

PRESENT DAY PROBLEMS

Inadequate Governments Poor Infrastructures Unequal Distribution Militias Corporate Interference

GMO CONS
More expensive seed More capital investment and labor needed Arable land area at jeopardy Drain land in unforeseen ways Livestock require more land and more investment