Even though GMO's have their benefits, they also have some negative consequences such as the chemicals used to genetically modify. ... The chemicals used to genetically modify can be very expensive. ... To make the problem worse, dust clouds have the ability to carry chemicals and pesticide residue. ... It is likely that the chemicals used to genetically engineer them cause this (Shelby). ... During our research we discovered there are many different issues that are related to the issue of the genetically engineered crops. ...

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Many of the foods we already eat have been genetically engineered through breeding and hybridization in order to change the genetic structure to make crops stronger and healthier. ... Many food crops are genetically engineered to reduce the need to use pesticides and are tolerant to herbicides, such as Roundup®. ... Also, in developing countries where starvation is high, reducing the need for pesticides allows farmers to produce healthier crops without so many harmful chemicals. ... Crops can be engineered to resist certain herbicides as well. ... Besides the fact that GM crops use herb...

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