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Lesson Outline Overview and Objectives - Overview of Genetic Engineering Introduction - Overview of Genetic Engineering Step 1 : DNA Extraction Step 2 : Gene Cloning Step 3 : Gene Design Step 4 : Transformation Step 5 : Backcross Breeding The Process of Plant Genetic Engineering Summary -Overview of Genetic Engineering Lesson Media Objects Overview of Crop Genetic Engineering Who Wants to be a Genetic Engineer?

(Take Passel Quiz) Overview of Plant Genetic Engineering Rate Me 1 2 3 4 5 The Process of Plant Genetic Engineering Crop genetic engineering includes: 1) DNA isolation 2) gene cloning 3) gene design 4) transformation, and 5) plant breeding. The entire genetic engineering process is basically the same for any plant. The length of time required to complete all five steps from start to finish varies depending upon the gene, crop species, and available resources. It can take anywhere from 6-15+ years before a new transgenic hybrid is ready for release to be grown in production fields. Comments Be the first to write a comment... Add Comment

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