When farmers start growing genetically modified crops, they stop growing the old varieties. These old varieties are important sources of diverse genes that give plants other desirable characteristics. For example, a new pest or disease could come along and destroy the genetically modified rice. You are a tomato farmer whose crops are threatened by a persistent species of beetle. 2  Each year, you spend large sums of money for pesticides to protect your crops. 3  A biotechnology company introduces a new strain of tomato plant that produces a natural pesticide, making it resistant to the beetle.
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These hotels have about 100 rooms â 30% to 50% of which are suites with living rooms, separate bedrooms and kitchen areas. InterContinental, a publicly traded company based in the UK, does not break out brand RevPAR, yet room rates at Holiday Inn Express average $70 to $80 per night, says Mills.