What do we call genetically modified plants that contain insecticidal or fungicidal traits?

The correct term for genetically modified plants that possess insecticidal or fungicidal traits is known as plant-incorporated protectants (PIPs). This designation specifically refers to crops that have been engineered to produce pest control substances internally, effectively providing a built-in defense mechanism against pests and diseases. The development of PIPs is a significant advancement in agricultural biotechnology, as it allows for more targeted pest management strategies and can reduce the need for external chemical pesticides.

Biotechnological crops as a broader category include various genetically modified crops, but not all of them necessarily have insecticidal or fungicidal properties. Trait-enhanced plants may enhance various attributes such as drought resistance or nutrient content, but the term does not specifically focus on pest resistance. Modified organism strains is a general term that can encompass any genetically altered organism, but it lacks the clarity connected to the specific traits of insecticidal or fungicidal properties held by PIPs. Thus, PIPs is the most accurate term for describing genetically modified plants that include these protective traits.