Mapping the Way to a Better Soybean

According to the article, soybeans were first grown in Asia thousands of years ago and now scientists have a full genetic map of the soybean. This is the first genome completed for a member of the legume family. The genome could help genetic engineers develop soybeans that are processed better by farm animals. Furthermore, the genome could also help farmers avoid Asian soybean rust disease, a highly destructive fungus spread by the wind. The researchers say they found a gene for resistance to this disease. Now they have to find a way to use it.

In my opinion, genetic recombination is unreliable and dangerous although the scientists say the genome can help farmers avoid Asian soybean disease. The scientists need to do more experiences and prove us it is safe.

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