GENETICALLY MODIFIED CROPS INTRODUCTION These are crops whose genetic composition has been artificially manipulated. It is done through inserting DNA into a species that has been extracted from another one. Advancements in the biotechnology in cell and molecular biology make it possible. Involves growing of plants in less than favourable climatic and geographic conditions than required. Development of the tissue culture technique that enables the cells to regenerate to the whole plant is also another method. Venturing in this type of agriculture is to produce crops that tolerate different factors like herbicides. Specific herbicides will be sprayed, and weeds killed sparing the cops. Insect tolerant plants through gene coding toxins ensure plants are tolerant to worms and insects that destroy them. Cotton worms and Colorado potato beetles are an example of these. These plants were introduced with a view to improving the quality and nutrition of the produce of the farmers. They process of production has significantly been modified reducing the cost and wastages enabling a bigger yield. The fruiting characteristics also improved extensively to higher levels than when using traditional crossbreeding methods. These crops are mostly grown in greenhouses and, therefore, can be grown throughout all seasons enabling continued production. Consumers can be supplied with them throughout the year hence an efficient method of production. Some of the crops that are produced this way include; maize, soya beans, rapeseeds, cotton, tomatoes, oranges and other citrus fruits. ADVANTAGES Adoption of this type of crop production has brought about numerous positive effects in the farming industry. Through research and testing, this farming was introduced to make their work easier and give them a higher yield than before. These crops have been heavily tested