Reply #38: Does sex have to be involved?

[M155Y_A1CH]

Mules could be able to confer thier genes to the future through the miracle of cloning. Selective breeding would be accomplished by altering the initial stock.

I'll admit that mule cloning can't be carried by the wind but are we so sure that there is any danger to people in cross-pollination of GM crops. I understand that the danger is a loss of diversity of native plants. Though an important goal is to maintain that diversity, it should not be the only priority of agriculture. There are many hungry people in the world who would only benefit from bigger yields, hardier plants and reduced pesticide use.

I just don't think that the sky is falling due to GM crops. I believe it is just one more manipulation of nature to improve our ability to thrive. We have a long and honored history of changing nature to suit our needs. There have also been nay-sayers every step of the way.