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Saturday, July 25, 2015

A healthier type of rice -- for the planet


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Another good example of how science can help reduce carbon emissions in agriculture. GM food is not just to benefit humans, but also Mother Nature. But then again, benefiting Mother Nature ultimately benefits humans too since the fate of mankind is tied to that of the planet. If Mother Nature dies, we go down with her! Talk about the futility of severing the umbilical cord!
Note first that rearing animals for food (e.g. cattle) gives out even more carbon emissions as cattle burp and fart, giving forth methane. That is why going on a 'meatless' diet is supposed to be good for the planet (see HERE).  But now we know eating rice can contribute to greenhouse gases too! But now, through modifying the genes of rice, carbon emissions can be reduced.....but note the concerns researchers have for this as well....

Qn: To what extent can science and technology solve our environmental problems?