Stoye, E. (2015, November 2). Gene-Modified Tomatoes Churn Out Healthy Nutrients. Scientific American. Retrieved November 15, 2015, from http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/gene-modified-tomatoes-churn-out-healthy-nutrients/

Researchers in the United Kingdom developed a genetically modified tomato that contains many healthy compounds. These tomatoes can provide nutrients in a quicker and cheaper way than the alternatives (the synthesis of nutrients or the collection of them from other plants). To make the tomato, scientists added the gene AtMYB12 to the plants, which allowed them to accumulate more metabolites. Scientists hope that this may improve the “public perception” of GMOs and improve understanding of the availability of nutrients in plants.

These tomatoes could change the future of food production because they make increase the desirability of GMOs. Today, many people hesitate to buy GMOs, fearing that they have an unhealthy impact on the environment and humans; however, these tomatoes prove that GMOs can actually be healthier than regular plants. I think this form of genetic modification is a good idea, especially since so many people aren’t getting enough of certain nutrients. I would like to know how these tomatoes impact the environment compared to regular tomatoes and other GMOs.