How might these genetically engineered crops impact the environment?

Answer 1

Genetically engineered crops are known to cause environmental damage in a number of ways, and may cause even more damage than we know. For one,are designed to survive the application of herbicides. This means that farmers can apply more powerful and toxic herbicides, such as Roundup or the main ingredient of Agent Orange, to their crops to kill weeds. These herbicides then leak into the water supply and harm animals and plants throughout the local environment. In addition, any animal that feeds on a GE crop is likely to suffer from health effects, such as organ damage, immune problems, infertility, etc. To make matters worse, GE crops can crossbreed with natural crops, contaminating the offspring with GE DNA. If GE crops are not banned soon, many crops such as corn, soy, cotton, and canola may be permanently contaminated.

Answer 2

Genetically engineered crops can impact the environment both positively and negatively. Positive impacts include reduced pesticide use and less land required for farming. Negative impacts can include the development of pesticide-resistant insects and the potential for gene flow to wild plant species.