High-yield crops are varieties of plants bred specifically for their ability to produce larger amounts of food per acre compared with traditional varieties.
Consider high-yield crops as super productive employees who can do twice the work of a regular employee in the same amount of time.
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs): These are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques, often to increase yield or resistance to pests.
Hybrid Crops: These are crops produced by cross-breeding two different varieties to get a plant with the best traits of both parents, often resulting in higher yields.
Green Revolution: This was a period during the mid-20th century when agriculture was transformed worldwide due to new high-yield varieties and increased use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
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