Objective 11.02

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Objective 11.02

• Investigate recombinant DNA Technology and
  related safety concerns found in the use of
  agricultural biotechnology

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Importance of Recombinant DNA Technology

• Improve plants and animals performance through
  the manipulation of genes
• Alter characteristics or performance of
  microorganisms
• Control disease, insects, weeds, and other pests
• Less use of chemical pesticides and more genetic
  use of biological controls result in a better
  environment.

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Concerns with the use of Biotechnology

• State and federal government monitor the use of
  biotechnology
• Extensive testing is done to make certain
  biotechnology products are safe
• Testing proceeds from laboratory to the
  greenhouse
• Final testing occurs outdoors on a small scale
  prior to approval

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Concerns with the use of Biotechnology

• Final approval by the federal government occurs
  only after all phases of testing have been
  completed.