A new GMO 'Purple' cherry tomato developed in England is making headlines, but it's good to remember that traditional breeding can also create healthier varieties of edibles.
The plant gets its color and a boost in antioxidants from genes from an edible flower. It's the first time gardeners have been able to grow a GMO crop at home.
A new purple tomato is available to gardeners. Its color comes from snapdragon DNA wpr.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wpr.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The plant gets its color and a boost in antioxidants from genes from an edible flower. It's the first time gardeners have been able to grow a GMO crop at home.