Emerging Trends in Agricultural Biotechnology: Opportunities and Challenges

Abstract

Agricultural biotechnology is at the forefront of transforming modern agriculture by enhancing crop yield, resilience, and nutritional quality. Recent advancements in genetic engineering, genome editing, and synthetic biology offer unprecedented opportunities for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. However, these innovations come with a range of challenges, including regulatory hurdles, ethical concerns, and socio-economic implications. This paper explores the emerging trends in agricultural biotechnology, assesses the opportunities they present, and identifies the key challenges that need to be addressed to fully realize the potential of these technologies.