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==Biotechnology== [[Image:Research-mapping plant genomes.jpg|thumb|An agronomist mapping a plant [[genome]]]] Agronomists use [[biotechnology]] to extend and expedite the development of desired characteristics.<ref>Georgetown International Environmental Law Review</ref> Biotechnology is often a laboratory activity requiring field testing of new crop varieties that are developed. In addition to increasing crop yields agronomic biotechnology is being applied increasingly for novel uses other than food. For example, [[oilseed]] is at present used mainly for margarine and other food oils, but it can be modified to produce fatty acids for [[detergent]]s, substitute fuels and [[petrochemical]]s.
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