Indian farmers are unhappy over the introduction of Terminator Seed Technology because the seeds produced by this technology are expected to

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Q: 111 (IAS/1999)
Indian farmers are unhappy over the introduction of “Terminator Seed Technology” because the seeds produced by this technology are expected to

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Economics

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IAS

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Indian farmers are unhappy over the introduction of "Terminator Seed Technology" because the seeds produced by this technology are expected to give rise to sexually sterile plants.

The Terminator Seed Technology, also known as Genetic Use Restriction Technology (GURT), is a controversial agricultural technology that has the ability to produce seeds that are genetically modified to be sterile. This means that the plants grown from these seeds will not produce viable seeds for future planting or reproduction.

The main reason why farmers are unhappy with this technology is that it prevents them from saving and replanting seeds from their harvest, which is a common traditional practice among farmers. With Terminator seeds, farmers would be forced to purchase new seeds for each planting season, resulting in increased dependence on seed companies and additional expenses for the farmers.

The concern is that the introduction of Terminator Seed Technology could lead to increased control of seed supply by seed companies and limit the farmers` autonomy over their own seeds. It also raises concerns about the potential loss of genetic diversity and the potential impact on food security.

Therefore, Indian farmers oppose the Terminator Seed Technology because it would give rise to sexually sterile plants, preventing them from saving and reusing seeds and potentially increasing their dependence on seed companies.

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