Question

Write the advantages and disadvantages of Bt cotton.

Answer 1

The advantages of Bt cotton are:

1. The yield of cotton is increased due to the effective control of bollworms.
2. Reduction in insecticide use in the cultivation of Bt cotton
3. Potential reduction in the cost of cultivation.
4. The cost of Bt cotton seed is high.
5. Effectiveness up to 120 days after that efficiency is reduced.
6. Ineffective against sucking pests like jassids, aphids, and whitefly.
7. Affects pollinating insects and thus yield.