Describes the history of plant biotechnology; its science, covering DNA, genes, and protein; purposes for which plants have been modified; and the controversy over genetically modified organisms, identifying myths and discussing risk management.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
What is biotechnology? -- The early days of biotechnology -- Plants and biotechnology (before recombinant DNA) -- DNA, genes, and protein -- Engineering plants -- Genetically modified plants (from herbicides to vaccines) -- Putting genetically modified organisms in perspective.