Question

Describe the contribution of biotechnology in agriculture.

Hint:

Biotechnology in agriculture = GMOs + Tissue culture + Pest resistance + Bio-fertilizers.

Answer 1

Biotechnology has revolutionized agriculture by enhancing crop yield, improving resistance to pests, and reducing dependency on chemical inputs.

Contributions of biotechnology in agriculture include:

• Genetically Modified Crops (GMOs): Crops such as Bt cotton and Golden Rice provide resistance to pests and improved nutrition.
• Tissue Culture: Allows the production of disease-free plants and rapid multiplication.
• Bio-fertilizers: Use of beneficial microbes to improve soil fertility and reduce chemical fertilizers.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Genetic engineering enables crops to resist harmful insects and pathogens.
• Drought and Salinity Tolerance: Development of crops that can withstand environmental stress conditions.