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Colombia’s Seed Guardians Challenge GM Crops to Protect Native Maize

Colombia’s “Seed Guardians” and the Resistance to GM Crops Colombia, a biodiversity-rich nation and one of the cradles of maize cultivation, is at the center of a heated debate over genetically modified (GM) crops. While agribusiness companies push for GM adoption to increase yields and efficiency, local farming communities, particularly in the Nariño region have […]

Gene-Edited Non-Browning Banana by Tropic Reduces Food Waste

Case Studies

akshay dhamal / September 5, 2025 / CRISPR in bananas, Food waste reduction crops, Gene-edited banana, Genetic engineering in agriculture, Non-browning banana

Gene-Edited Non-Browning Banana by Tropic Bananas are the fourth most-consumed crop globally and a vital source of calories for millions, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. However, they are highly perishable, once peeled, bananas typically brown within 30 minutes to 2 hours. This rapid browning leads to significant food waste during harvesting, shipping, retail handling,