The development of recombinant DNA technology has opened new possibilities in many areas with a particularly large impact on agriculture. The new GM crops represent many advantages and solutions to the problems that concern us in the 21st century. At the same time, questions have arisen regarding potential risks associated with GM crops, both for humans and for other organisms, as well as the environment. The regulations governing GMOs vary greatly between countries. While the European Union is very reticent about GM crops, the US is a leading country in development and commercialization of GM crops. GM plants are the subject of many researches and the discoveries of these differ greatly. This is one of the reasons why the public opinion on GM plants is still unfavorable. Despite public opposition, the cultivation of GM plants is increasing, and with the introduction of genome editing techniques, the number of applications is likely to increase even further. For example, genome editing with the CRISPR method has great potential, as it allows for more precise modifications with less money invested. However, the use of new genetic techniques will also depend heavily on public opinion, as it alone has a major impact on regulation of GMOs.
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