Environmental risks associated with CRISPR in farming include the potential impact on non-target species and the ecosystem. The introduction of genetically modified crops could lead to the development of superweeds or pests that are resistant to current control methods. This could result in increased use of herbicides and pesticides, counteracting the environmental benefits CRISPR aims to provide. The long-term effects of introducing genetically edited organisms into the environment are still largely unknown, warranting cautious and thorough risk assessments.
