Most people think of plant biotechnology as it relates to agriculture. Your
first thoughts may be of farmers benefiting from increased yields of corn, soybean
or cotton. The first environmental benefits that come to mind may include reduced
pesticide applications, less soil tillage and reductions in associated fossil-fuel
use. But in addition to reducing the environmental footprint of agricultural
crops, scientists are working to bolster other plants' natural abilities to
rid the environment of unwanted materials. … more |
