Are there any unbiased graphics depicting the difference between GMO, hybrid, and heirloom plants

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Friday, 11/03/2016 10:47

There are many different sources of information on the differences between GMO, hybrid and heirloom plants and seeds.

This video from J&J Acres, a farm in Toomsuba, MS, is a great visual representation of the differences between the labels heirloom, organic, hybrid and GMO:

Also, Melody Hefner at The Reno Gazette-Journal, explains the terms and differences of GMO, hybrid and heirloom in her article here.

Learn about the differences to Selective Breeding, Mutation Breeding and GMOs here.

The Seattle Times explore the different traditional breeding methods in the ABCs of GMOs infographic, available here.

The seed improved matrix below visually explains different seed techniques seed breeders can use.

We hope the information provided answers your questions. If you have any further questions, please ask.