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Is Bt cotton safe for the environment?
In Bt cotton, the protein harmful to caterpillars is very specific and does not affect non- target organisms. Additiobally, Bt traits have been evaluated to ensure that they do not negatively affect the ecosystem. Reduced pesticide application associated with planting Bt cotton is beneficial to the environment. Overall, there are NO known negative impacts of Bt cotton on the environment relative to conventional cotton.
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