Which of the following is not true about the Green Revolution?单项选择题

A

It advocated reduced use of pesticides and fertilizers.

B

It increased the yields of crops in developing countries in the last 40 years.

C

Dr. Norman Bourlag, the G.R. leading scientist, obtained the Nobel Peace Price in 1970.

D

Crop yields were increased, but had detrimental effects on the environment.

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