Question

How could biotechnology lead to a decrease in the use of pesticides?
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Answer 1

Biotechnology can reduce pesticide use by producing crops with built-in resistance to insects and pathogens—via genetic modification, gene editing, or RNA interference—so plants either deter pests or disrupt their biology and need fewer sprays. Engineered microbes and biological pesticides can target specific pests without harming beneficial species, and precision breeding speeds development of durable resistance. Used within integrated pest management, these tools cut reliance on broad-spectrum chemical pesticides and lower environmental impact.