Pros : 
- Increased attractiveness to consumers, for example, apples and potatoes that are less likely to bruise or turn brown.
- Enhanced flavor.
- Longer shelf life and therefore less waste.
- Greater resistance to viruses and other diseases, which could lead to less waste and increased food security.
- Usually cost less.
- Greater tolerance to herbicides, making it easier for farmers to control weeds.
- Increased nutritional value, as in golden rice, which can boost the health of people with limited access to food.
- Greater resistance to insects, allowing farmers to reduceTrusted Source pesticide use.
- Ability to thrive in a harsh climate, such as drought or heat.
- Ability to grow in salty soil.
Cons :
- May cause allergic reactions.
- May increase antibiotic resistance.
- May cause cancer.
- Changes in human DNA.
- Toxicity for body organs.
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Discuss the pros and cons of genetically modified crops and their impact on the food industry and agriculture.

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