I worked at a Monsanto subsidiary when I was in college and became somewhat familiar with GMOs. I think it depends. You’re right that genetic-guided breeding is

I worked at a Monsanto subsidiary when I was in college and became somewhat familiar with GMOs. I think it depends. You’re right that genetic-guided breeding is low-tech, efficient, and safe. But some traits can’t be bred, and nitrogen fixation sure sounds like one of them. Given the GHG emissions and environmental impact of anhydrous ammonia application to crops, this seems like a worthy use of GMO. Bt-corn perhaps is as well, when considering the reduction in pesticide use. (I should note: I have no love of Monsanto nor wish to defend them/apologize for them.)