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Agricultural Biotechnology: Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Practices

  Agricultural biotechnology  has experienced substantial growth in adoption globally. In focus, biotech crop statistics  2023  show that biotech crops are grown on over  190 million hectares  of land globally, accounting for more than  10%  of the world’s arable land. This widespread agricultural biotechnology adoption is driven by many factors, helping address global agricultural challenges, including the development of climate-resilient crops and the implementation of precision farming technologies. What is Agricultural Biotechnology? Agricultural biotechnology uses scientific techniques to modify  plants ,  animals , and  microorganisms , aiming to enhance their value and utility in agriculture. This encompasses  genetic modification ,  molecular markers , and  tissue culture , among other technologies. The primary objectives include improving crop yields, increasing resistance to pests and diseases, and devel...