What is a GMO? List any five possible advantages of a GMO is a farmer. 

A genetically modified organism (GMO) is a living organism whose genes have been altered by biotechnological manipulation. 

i. GMO are free from the diseases, resistant to pest or insects and thus reduce the dependency on chemical fertilisers or pesticides.
ii. GMO crops are more tolerant to abiotic stress, which can be in the form of cold, drought, heat or salt.
iii. The crops have a high yield and high nutritional value.
iv. It reduces post-harvest losses.
v. It increases the efficiency of mineral usage by plants and prevents early exhaustion of soil.