Upload NowIn this article we will discuss about the use of antibiotic resistance markers in crops. Antibiotic resistance genes have the ability to selectively inactivate certain antibiotics and consequently protect cells against these antibiotics. An antibiotic resistance gene can thus be used to “tag” a gene carrying a trait or characteristic of interest. In practice the […]
Use of Antibiotic Resistance Markers in Crops | Biotechnology
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Use of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Food Production
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In this article we will discuss about the use of biotechnology in agriculture and food production. The use of biotechnology in agriculture and food production could elicit concerns similar to those expressed about agricultural chemicals. In addition, other dimensions of biotechnology are also starting to draw public attention. Researchers at North Carolina State University conducted […]
Disease Resistance in Plants (5 Techniques) | Biotechnology
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The following points highlight the five genetic engineering techniques for disease resistance. Some of the techniques are: 1. Developing Virus Resistance Food Crops 2. Developing Fungi Resistance Food Crops 3. Developing Bacteria Resistance Food Crops 4. Developing Insects Resistance Food Crops 5. Developing Nematode Resistance Food Crops 6. Improving Field-Crop Production and Soil Management and […]