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Agricultural input traits: past, present and future.

Linda A Castle1, Gusui Wu, David McElroy

  • 1Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., 700A Bay Road, Redwood City, CA 94063, USA. linda.castle@pioneer.com

Current Opinion in Biotechnology
|February 18, 2006
PubMed
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Genetically modified crops with pest and herbicide resistance offer farmers increased yields and reduced chemical use. Future trait development requires input from various stakeholders beyond researchers and farmers.

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Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Plant Biotechnology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Farming practices have evolved over millennia, driven by the need for increased efficiency and sustainability.
  • Modern agriculture faces demands for higher yields, reduced environmental impact, and optimized resource utilization.
  • Incorporated pest and herbicide resistance in plants offers potential solutions to these challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the impact of pest and herbicide resistance traits in crops.
  • To discuss the current state and future trajectory of genetically modified crop adoption.
  • To highlight the multifaceted stakeholder involvement necessary for the advancement of transgenic seed technology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical agricultural trends and technological advancements.

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  • Analysis of the benefits associated with pest and herbicide resistant crop traits.
  • Examination of global adoption rates and influencing factors for genetically modified crops.

    • Main Results:

    • Pest and herbicide resistant crops contribute to increased yields and reduced chemical inputs.
    • These traits also lead to decreased soil impacts compared to conventional farming methods.
    • Global adoption of these advanced crop traits is rapidly increasing.

    Conclusions:

    • Genetically modified traits offer significant advantages for farmers seeking higher value, cleaner fields, and reduced inputs.
    • The future development and availability of novel crop traits depend on collaborative input from a diverse range of stakeholders.
    • Farmer demand remains a critical driver for the adoption of transgenic seeds, but broader societal engagement is essential for continued innovation.