What is the benefit of the modification? Because the GM tomatoes can remain fresh longer they have time to ripen in the sun before picking, resulting in a better tasting tomato! 4. Three advantages of genetically modified foods Longer lasting foods can be more easily transported, Having extra vitamins in food help poor people from becoming malnourished or going blind, and the insecticides inside some genetically modified plants keep farmers from having to spray the whole place down with toxic wastes, and they also 5. A counter argument to one of the disadvantages of genetically modified food Some antibiotics can be transferred to humans and make it harder for us to fight infections, genetically modifying foods could potentially put farmers out of work, and some important insects could be at risk because of the insecticides in foods.
2014). Because of their beauty, they are commonly used as ornamental plants. In addition, some species of aquatic ferns, Azolla for example, are commonly used in Southeast Asia to fertilize rice fields and as a food source for livestock (Arora & Singh 2003). Ferns also play an important role in many cultures around the globe. In some societies, they are used medicinally to treat a wide variety of
Hay is, in fact, quite nutritious and contains most of the basic constituents required in the diet. Green food: There is virtually no limit to the amount of green foods available for guinea pigs. Domestic greens may include cabbage, lettuce, peas, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi and cauliflower. Wild green foods may also be collected and can include such items as seeding grassed, dandelions, chickweed and clover. In collecting wild foods, beware of the poisonous plants and avoid areas which are likely polluted.
3) What does the taproot system do? Often stores organic nutrients that the plant consumes during flowering and fruit production. 4) Why are root crops such as carrots, turnips, and sugar beets harvested before they flower? Because the taproot system stores organic nutrients in the root part. 5) What is the system where no roots stand out as the main one?
The deep volcanic ash where he found the lupine held few nutrients. But lupines, like other plants in the pea family, are able to “fix” nitrogen, thus enriching the soil. Each lupine plant created a microhabitat that was hospitable to several other plant species. Besides enriching the soil with nitrogen, the lupines also physically trapped windblown debris and attracted insects. As the insects died on or around the plant, they enriched the soil with organic matter.
In addition to aesthetic appeal, there are many uses for the aggressive weed, Kudzu. The plant combines the virtues of several species. It has long been used for erosion control, for livestock fodder, as a honey source, and as an ornamental vine (Forseth, Innis). For the family who enjoys hunting for edible wild plants, or the farm steader who lives off the land from time to time in order to make ends meet, the kudzu vine offers its leaves, shoots, flowers, seeds, and roots for use in a variety of preparations such as pressed salads, sautéed vegetables, or pickles. For the doctor or healer who wishes to rely on effective traditional remedies, kudzu powder is very smooth and soothing, which helps to develop a neutralizing physique.
“Skullcap is also known as Scutellaria Lateriflora, Scutellaria, Scullcap, Scute, Blue Skullcap, Mad-dog Skullcap and Madweed” (Herbs, 2011). “Skullcap is a perennial mint with rigid leaves and tiny flowers that can range from purple to blue to pink and white. The two-lobed flowers resemble the military helmets worn by the early European settlers, hence the herbs name. This hardy plant can grow 1 to 4 feet (25 cm to 1 m) high, thriving in the woods and swamplands of eastern North America” (Herbs, 2011). This herb was highly valued by the Cherokee and other tribes as an emmenagogue and female medicine herb, sometimes used as a ceremonial plant to introduce young girls into womanhood.
3. State what part of the plant is used by humans. The flower heads of red clover as well as red clovers leaves and the sprouted seeds of red clover are the parts of this plant that are used by humans. The fresh flowers of red clover are used in salads for a great taste. Red clover flowers are also used for menopause issues to help balance estrogen levels.
Avocado an introduction The tree from which the commercial avocado fruit (technically a berry due to the fact it develops from a single ovary and has the seed embedded in the fruit), come from the avocado tree Persea americana Mill which originates from Central America. The avocado is a nutritious fruit high in lipids particularly mono unsaturated which may help lower levels of cholesterol. Avocados are sources of fibre and fairly high levels of protein. It is a good source of Vitamins A, B3, B5, C and E and of the mineral potassium. For a more detailed breakdown of avocados see appendix 1.
Furthermore they were also heavily involved in such crops as alfalfa, barley, cabbage, cotton, cucumbers, dates, grapefruit, grapes, peas, and squash, among others. Many Japanese farmers operated dairies and raise hogs until the agricultural depression of the 1920s, plus they also introduced fruits such as the strawberry, castor; and techniques often called “hot capping” and “brush covering”. By 1941 ¾ of the Japanese American population of Imperial Valley was involved in agriculture. Another great culture attributing to the Imperial Valley was Mexico. Mexican culture is a rich, complex blend of Native American, Spanish, and American traditions.