Genome Editing and Its Impact on Agriculture

What is the primary goal of using CRISPR technology in agriculture?

• To create climate-smart crops

• To increase the size of crops

• To reduce the cost of farming

• To eliminate the need for fertilizers

What has been a significant environmental cost of increasing crop yields?

• Increased biodiversity

• Reduced water usage

• Improved soil quality

• Degraded fertile soils

How does CRISPR technology differ from traditional genetic modification?

• It takes longer to achieve desired traits

• It uses synthetic genes from other organisms

• It is less effective in changing plant characteristics

• It relies on natural processes and is more precise

What is a potential risk associated with genome editing?

• It always results in higher yields

• It can cause off-target genetic changes

• It is completely risk-free

• It eliminates the need for traditional breeding

What is one of the main challenges in using genome editing for staple crops like maize and wheat?

• They do not require genetic modification

• They are not affected by climate change

• They are already highly optimized

• They have not been subject to intensive breeding

What is a potential benefit of developing old crop varieties with genome editing?

• They are already optimized for industrial production

• They have no potential for yield increases

• They can be quickly improved for climate resilience

• They are resistant to all pests

What is one of the main reasons for the controversy surrounding genome editing?

• It is a well-established and risk-free technology

• It is universally accepted and regulated

• It involves creating entirely artificial organisms

• There is limited data and risk assessments available

What is the expected market trend for genome editing technology by the end of the decade?

• It will become obsolete

• It will develop into a multi-billion-dollar market

• It will be banned worldwide

• It will only be used in Europe

Which region currently labels genome-edited crops as 'GM' and forbids them?

• India

• European Union

• China

• United States

What role does artificial intelligence play in genome editing?

• It is not used in genome editing

• It replaces human researchers

• It helps in understanding DNA and suggesting changes

• It slows down the research process