59: Gene-editing to make plants tastier and healthier

Our guest today is Jim Blome, CEO of Calyxt. Calyxt is a plant-based technology company that is working on developing plants to not only be healthier for consumers, but also healthier for the planet. Through gene-editing, scientists at Calyxt are able to create plants with healthier oil levels, completely remove trans fats, and create crops with higher yields. In our interview today, Jim will explain the work going on at Calyxt, how gene-editing differs from genetic modification (GMOs), where their technology fits in with the organic vs traditional agriculture debate, and how they are able to remove unhealthy fats from foods. https://calyxt.com/ https://thefarmtraveler.com/ Subscribe to the Newsletter. Receive a free guide on how YOU can help farmers! Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Checkout all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices