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One Serving of Cotton, Please; Hold the Poison

Genetic engineering unlocks protein that could feed millions

By Harry Kimball,  Newser Staff

Posted Sep 7, 2009 3:36 PM CDT

(Newser) – Scientists have developed a novel genetic engineering technique that makes the protein-rich seeds of the cotton plant easily edible, Time reports. The entire plant, including the seeds, produces a toxic chemical called gossypol that protects it from insects and microbes. “People, pigs, chickens—none...   Read full story »

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