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The Most Interesting Fruit in the World (Ep. 375 Update)
Freakonomics Radio
GM Bananas: A Solution to the Cavendish Disease?
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- There are two ways to save the Cavendish from Panama disease by using CRISPR to tweak its genetic code, or by introducing new resistant genes from other bananas.
- Some people will say they don't mind genetic modification, while others consider it to be risky.
- The objection to GMO crops is also curious in light of the fact that traditional plant breeding methods are also known to cause genetic modification.
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