Genetic engineering is the process of altering the genetic material of an organism to achieve a desired trait or characteristic.

DNA ligation is the process of joining two DNA fragments together using a DNA ligase enzyme.

A genetically modified organism (GMO) is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.

The first genetically modified crop to be commercialized was the Flavr Savr tomato in 1994.

The primary benefit of using genetically modified crops in agriculture is increased yield, which can help to meet the growing demand for food.

RNA interference (RNAi) is a genetic engineering technique used to silence or suppress the expression of a specific gene.

Xenogeneic gene transfer is the process of introducing a gene from one species into another species.

Gene amplification is the process of creating organisms with multiple copies of a desired gene.

Biofortification is the process of using genetic engineering to improve the nutritional value of crops.

Transgenic resistance is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that are resistant to specific pests or diseases.

Abiotic stress tolerance is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that are tolerant to specific environmental conditions.

Recombinant protein production is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that produce specific proteins or molecules.

Herbicide tolerance is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that are resistant to specific herbicides.

Viral resistance is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that are resistant to specific viruses.

Fungal resistance is the process of using genetic engineering to create organisms that are resistant to specific fungi.