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Understanding Bioengineered Food: What You Need to Know

The Definition of Bioengineered Food Bioengineered food, also known as genetically modified (GM) food, is produced through the use of biotechnology. Biotechnology involves the manipulation of the genetic material (DNA) of an organism to produce a desired trait, such as resistance to pests or tolerance to herbicides. In the case of bioengineered food, genes from one organism are inserted into…