Flavr savr' is associated with
A. Potato
B. Tomato
C. Tobacco
D. Sugarcane
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Flavr savr' is associated with Tomato.Flavr Savr (pronounced "flavour saver"), a genetically modified tomato, was the first commercially grown genetically engineered food to be granted a license for human consumption. It was developed by the Californian company Calgene in the 1980s.
The tomato has an improved shelf-life, increased fungal resistance, and a slightly increased viscosity compared to its non-modified counterpart. It was meant to be harvested ripe for increased flavour for long-distance shipping.
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