Although biotechnology and genetic modification commonly are used interchangeably. GM is a special set of technologies that alter the genetic makeup o

Although biotechnology and genetic modification commonly are used interchangeably. GM is a special set of technologies that alter the genetic makeup of such living organisms as animals plants, or bacteria. Biotechnology, a more general term, refers to using living organisms or their components, such as enzymes, to make products that include wine, cheese , beer, and yogurt.

Combining genes from different organisms is known as recombinant DNA technology, and the resulting organism is said to be genetically modified, “genetically engineered” or transgenic.” GM products include medicines and vaccines, foods and food ingredients, feeds and fibers.

Locating genes for important traits-such as those conferring in sect resistance or desired nutrients is one of the most limiting steps in the process. However, genome sequencing and discovery programs for hundreds of different organisms are generating detailed maps along with data analyzing technologies to understand and use them.