modified seed

collocation in English

meaningsofgenetically modifiedandseed

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genetically-modified
adjective
uk
/dʒəˌnet.ɪ.kəl.i ˈmɒd.ɪ.faɪd/us
/dʒəˌnet̬.ɪ.kəl.i ˈmɑː.də.faɪd/
A genetically modified plant or animal has had some of its genes ...
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seed
noun
uk
/siːd/us
/siːd/
a small, round or oval object produced by a plant and from which, when it is planted, a new plant ...
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(Definition ofgenetically-modifiedandseedfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofmodified seed

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Amodifiedseedgermination test included seeds exposed to osmotic stress after imbibition.
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The passage through the digestive tract of animalsmodifiedseedgermination capacity and speed, with great variability between animal species.
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When information on existing species, traits and cultivation practices matches the biology and intended use of a geneticallymodifiedseed, it is treated as familiar.
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Histories are analysed to determine whether regulators have sufficient information on the potential impact of a geneticallymodifiedseed, given the cultivation conditions for which it is intended.
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In effect, this proposal for a directive provides an opportunity to settle issues regarding the proven presence of geneticallymodifiedseedin conventional seed.
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There is no doubt that geneticallymodifiedseedwill exist.
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If he intends to change the regulations—and he has to do something—will he distinguish between ordinary seed and geneticallymodifiedseed?
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Pioneer makes and sells hybrid seed and geneticallymodifiedseed, some of which goes on to become genetically modified food.
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Such changes included importing modified seeds and signing collaboration contracts with other countries.
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Article 15 protects agricultural, wild and genetic biodiversity by prohibiting genetically modified seeds and crops.
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Jason is active in food politics, being an outspoken opponent of genetically modified seeds, patents on living organisms, and industrial agriculture in general.
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Merkley's reasoning was that it allows the unrestricted sale and planting of genetically modified seeds that could be harmful to farmers, the environment and human health.
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