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		undersuit on July 24, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: A genetic modification boosts grain yields, shorte... Yes, and many plant species with berries evolved a natural resistance to frost without getting a boost from fish proteins. Why not use genes from plants that already grow in colder latitudes like gooseberries or huckleberries?

aaaaaaaaata on July 24, 2022 [–]

Selective breeding is far more stable and proven than editing.

And honestly doesn't get the credit it deserves for its current position in food security — because you can't patent cooperating with nature.

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