Transgenic plants offer several potential benefits. They can be engineered to have improved resistance to pests and diseases, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. They can also be modified to tolerate harsh environmental conditions, such as drought or salinity. Additionally, transgenic plants can be enriched with essential nutrients, which can help combat malnutrition in developing countries. For example, Golden Rice is a type of rice that has been genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, addressing vitamin A deficiency in many parts of the world.
