Genetically modified organisms (also known as GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been modified primarily through genetic engineering (Chien). These organisms are modified in many different ways. They could put in pesticides to kill insects; they might also contain chemicals that prolong the life of the organism or make the organism able to grow at all times even when it is not in season (Broeders). GMOs can be used on plants, crops or animals. The variety of uses of GMOs has made them known throughout the world and has demonstrated how versatile they can be. Genetically modified organisms can be used in plants and crops in many different ways. One of the most common ways that GMOs can be produced is by adding different types of chemicals to the plant or crop that can make the plant or crop resistant to pesticides. This way farmers can spray plants and crops with pesticides to eliminate weeds without damaging the crops (Perowne). A positive aspect of this type of GMO is that some research and development has recently been conducted to create insect-resistant crops in developing countries, creating a better food supply for these countries (Pieper). The first genetically modified crop approved for sale was called FlavrSavr tomato and had a longer shelf life. Since 2013, an apple genetically modified to resist browning has been awaiting approval and could be on American store shelves in the coming months. This is a new type of GMO that could benefit almost everyone by making crops and plants available much longer than they could be in the first place. Americans waste hundreds of dollars a year on spoiled fruits and vegetables and on the creation of a new type of GMO that could prevent... middle of paper......medicine and biotechnology., 2012. Web. 3 November 2013. Chien, Karen. “Genetically modified organisms (GMOs).” Bacillus Thuringiensis. University of California, San Diego, nd Web. 03 November 2013.Frank, solitary. "Italian scientists lift restrictions on GMOs." Science 290.5499 (2000): 2046. Student resources in context. Network. November 3, 2013. Perowne, Clemmie. “The dangers of GMO Superweed are dismissed as minimal risks.” Academic LexisNexis. Np, July 29, 2005. Web. November 3, 2013. Pieper, Kevin. “As effectiveness decreases, herbicide costs increase.” United States today. Gale Database, April 17, 2012. Web. October 10, 2013.Sorondo, Marc. “Merced County Takes GMOs.” Investment Management Weekly, November 26, 2007: ITEM07330008. Student resources in context. Network. November 3, 2013.Tepfer, Mark. “How synthetic biology can avoid GMO-style conflicts.” Nature 437.7058 (2005): 476. Academic Health Reference Center. Network. November 3. 2013.