ABSTRACT
Biotechnology is one of the most important technologies affecting food production, processing, preservation, and security as well as nutrients contents. However, there are issues in favor of and against the use of biotechnology in food production. Foods produced using genetically modified (GM) organisms are often referred to as GM foods. Biotechnology covers many contemporary agricultural and food manufacturing tools. In many instances, the use of the term genetic engineering over GM is considered more precise. The major concerns of biotechnology are the safety of transgenic crops for human consumption and the environment or ecology. Thus, it is important to know the proper and realistic risk-benefits of biotechnology. Food security demands sound supply of foods as well as safe and wholesome foods. GM foods could possibly meet the world’s future food needs for the growing population by increasing production.
