CRISPR/Cas9-modified plants
CRISPR/Cas9-modified plants Crispr/cas 9 is a simple and efficient method to modify organisms. NGOs like Greenpeace and Friends of the Earth criticize this application. That humanity does not know enough to understand this complex science to use GMOs safely. They argue that crispr/cas9 reduces species diversity, gene transfer between species, effects on non-target species. Another important point is the control of farmers by large corporations and the fear of increased use of harmful pesticides [1]. However, some think that the ethical question is more important than the safety of the environment and they don't think you should play "God." [1]. In Switzerland, GMOs are prohibited in agriculture. This means that they may not be planted [2]. However, shops may sell approved and labelled GMOs for food [3]. In Switzerland, soya and maize are currently the most permitted, as well as two vitamins, two rennet ferments and two processing additives for use in foodstuffs ...