The document argues that genetically modified (GM) foods should be labeled to provide transparency to consumers. It presents both sides of the debate, with opponents arguing labeling is costly and implies risk, while supporters believe consumers have a right to know what is in their food. The author ultimately supports mandatory GM labeling that is clearly written and understandable to consumers. Requiring labels could increase consumer trust and give a sense of control over food choices, based on positive examples from Vermont and food companies like Campbell Soup. However, debates continue over definitions and methods of disclosure in current federal GM labeling standards.
This document summarizes a study that used a social-ecological systems framework to analyze the governance of genetically engineered foods and products in the United States. The study evaluated GE foods and products as private goods, toll goods, and their impacts on common-pool resources. It used California's Proposition 37 labeling initiative as a case study to understand the actors, discourses, conditions, and preferences of US consumers regarding GE foods, as expressed in a survey of households in two cities. The study found that while some states allow collective choice through labeling, the US system fails to give consumers power to change policy or enforce labeling according to their preferences. It concludes that mandatory labeling may not be an effective local governance strategy for GE crops and
This document provides information about an organic foods app, including its target user persona, problem statement, objectives, hypothesis, and value proposition. The app aims to educate people about the health risks of genetically modified foods and promote healthier eating habits by focusing on non-GMO and organic options. The target user is described as a 32-year-old active female concerned about environmental and animal welfare issues who shops at places like Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. The problem statement indicates the app currently isn't meeting health goals, which can lead to various diseases. The hypothesis is that improving education on GMO foods will help people get less sick.
Nutrition labels were developed in the 1960s and 1970s in response to consumers wanting more information about the nutritional content of processed foods. Major developments include mandatory labeling in 1973, 1990, and 2016 updates that modified required nutrients and serving sizes. Nutrition labels help consumers make informed choices by identifying calories, ingredients, and nutrients like fat, sugar, and sodium. Reading labels can help manage weight and health conditions by choosing options with fewer calories and more nutrients.
Food Fraud: Compromising profit, quality, and trustAudioEducator
The unsuspecting buyer is not getting what he has paid for, and secondly, the components could negatively impact his health, being adverse to quality and safety.
Kathleen O'Donnell - Retail Panel Discussion: Consumers and AntibioticsJohn Blue
Retail Panel Discussion: Consumers and Antibiotics - Kathleen O'Donnell, Chief Food Scientist, Wegmans Food Markets, from the 2013 NIAA Symposium Bridging the Gap Between Animal Health and Human Health, November 12-14, 2013, Kansas City, MO, USA.
More presentations at http://www.trufflemedia.com/agmedia/conference/2013-niaa-antibiotics-bridging-the-gap-animal-health-human-health
Experts have discovered that more food gardeners are drifting away from GMO seeds and switching to heirloom vegetable plant varieties. More info at www.GetMySeeds.com >>
“The FDA has placed the interest of a handful of biotechnology companies ahead of their responsibility to protect public health. By failing to require testing and labeling of genetically engineered foods, the agency has made consumers unknowing guinea pigs for potentially harmful, unregulated food substances.”
- Andrew Kimbrell, executive director of Center for Food Safety
This document summarizes a study that used a social-ecological systems framework to analyze the governance of genetically engineered foods and products in the United States. The study evaluated GE foods and products as private goods, toll goods, and their impacts on common-pool resources. It used California's Proposition 37 labeling initiative as a case study to understand the actors, discourses, conditions, and preferences of US consumers regarding GE foods, as expressed in a survey of households in two cities. The study found that while some states allow collective choice through labeling, the US system fails to give consumers power to change policy or enforce labeling according to their preferences. It concludes that mandatory labeling may not be an effective local governance strategy for GE crops and
This document provides information about an organic foods app, including its target user persona, problem statement, objectives, hypothesis, and value proposition. The app aims to educate people about the health risks of genetically modified foods and promote healthier eating habits by focusing on non-GMO and organic options. The target user is described as a 32-year-old active female concerned about environmental and animal welfare issues who shops at places like Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. The problem statement indicates the app currently isn't meeting health goals, which can lead to various diseases. The hypothesis is that improving education on GMO foods will help people get less sick.
Nutrition labels were developed in the 1960s and 1970s in response to consumers wanting more information about the nutritional content of processed foods. Major developments include mandatory labeling in 1973, 1990, and 2016 updates that modified required nutrients and serving sizes. Nutrition labels help consumers make informed choices by identifying calories, ingredients, and nutrients like fat, sugar, and sodium. Reading labels can help manage weight and health conditions by choosing options with fewer calories and more nutrients.
Food Fraud: Compromising profit, quality, and trustAudioEducator
The unsuspecting buyer is not getting what he has paid for, and secondly, the components could negatively impact his health, being adverse to quality and safety.
Kathleen O'Donnell - Retail Panel Discussion: Consumers and AntibioticsJohn Blue
Retail Panel Discussion: Consumers and Antibiotics - Kathleen O'Donnell, Chief Food Scientist, Wegmans Food Markets, from the 2013 NIAA Symposium Bridging the Gap Between Animal Health and Human Health, November 12-14, 2013, Kansas City, MO, USA.
More presentations at http://www.trufflemedia.com/agmedia/conference/2013-niaa-antibiotics-bridging-the-gap-animal-health-human-health
Experts have discovered that more food gardeners are drifting away from GMO seeds and switching to heirloom vegetable plant varieties. More info at www.GetMySeeds.com >>
“The FDA has placed the interest of a handful of biotechnology companies ahead of their responsibility to protect public health. By failing to require testing and labeling of genetically engineered foods, the agency has made consumers unknowing guinea pigs for potentially harmful, unregulated food substances.”
- Andrew Kimbrell, executive director of Center for Food Safety
The Dangers of GMO Foods and How You Can Avoid ThemBudwig Center
Are you worried about GMOs or Genetically Modified Organisms?
Do you fear for the health of your children, grandchildren and the effects of GMOs on the environment?
Do you want to avoid eating GMOs and ward off a whole host of chronic diseases for you and your children?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re not alone. The vast majority of us are concerned about the impact of GMOs on our environment and of course, our health.
Below you will find a brief overview or what GMOs are and the possible health implications of consuming them.
I will also show you how you can easily identify GMO products and list the most common genetically engineered foods.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food. It begins by explaining that GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered, usually to enhance production or nutrient levels. While most developed countries have restrictions on GMOs due to health concerns, they are common in the US, where 80% of processed foods may contain GMOs. Examples given include many snacks, oils, meats, and soy products. The document outlines both arguments for and against GMOs, discussing issues like their effect on small farmers, potential health risks, and lack of independent safety testing. It emphasizes that most Americans support mandatory GMO labeling but the biotech industry has prevented it so far.
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12345 Canyon Dr., Northridge, CA 91344 (818) 555-9089 (818) 555-9222 Radd.com
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What role can the FDA play in regulating GMO
products?
This brief is intended for the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is
presented on behalf of Raising Awareness and Discovering the Dirt (RADD). RADD is a non-profit
organization committed to promoting the wellness of the environment.
Since the earlier 1990s, commercialization of Genetic Modified Organisms (GMOs) has spread
throughout the U.S. The FDA has promoted a program of self-regulation among the biotech crop and
food developers (www.fda.gov). Many of the biotech food and crop developers’ primary interest is the
development of high-yielding products. For example, Monsanto, a biotech food and crop developer’s
director of corporate communications, Philip Angell was quoted saying; “Monsanto should not have to
vouchsafe the safety of biotech food. Our interest is in selling as much of it as possible. Assuring its
safety is the FDA’s job,” (Antoniou, Robinson, & Fagan, 2012, p. 23).
Finally, research and Monsanto’s own feeding trials revealed health-effects and suggest that
more suitable options are needed to maintain the safety of consumers and the environment. Therefore,
RADD is committed to working with the FDA in creating programs that will ensure the safety of
environment and the use of GMOs.
Statement of Issue:
In order to promote awareness and ultimately protect the health of consumers, the FDA has the
ability to regulate GMOs by establishing new guidelines. There is a growing body of evidence that
connects GMOs with health problems, environmental damage, and violation of rights of farmers and
consumers. Studies show a correlation between GMOs and health problems such as production of new
allergens increased toxicity, decreased nutrition, and antibiotic resistance (Bernstein et al., 2003).
Additionally, since the emergence of GMO crops, there has been an increase in the amount of
agriculture changes. Such changes include the development of “massive weeds” and “super bugs,” both
requiring an increased dosage of toxins to rid of these unwanted, overgrown organisms. In return,
consumers are now ingesting these increased dosages of toxins.
Background:
Ultimately, the only beneficiaries of products containing GMOs are its producers, such as,
Monsanto, rather than consumers. Monsanto makes an abundant amount of profit on their GMO
products as they have scientifically modified crops, allowing them to have faster results. The “proposed”
purpose of GMOs was to increase yield and enhance nutritional value, while also lowering the use of
pesticides. (www.nongmoproject.org, 2013). Indeed, the use of GMOs increase yield, but studies show
that GMO products hold no nutritional value and rather, by decreasing the use of pesticides, there has
been an increase .
This document discusses the debate around labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food. Pro-labeling arguments are that consumers have a right to know what is in their food and some want to avoid GMOs. However, opponents argue that labels could increase food costs and falsely alarm consumers when there is no scientific evidence that GMOs are dangerous. The document also outlines genetically modified animals and plants that have been created or proposed for various purposes, such as glowing cats, pollution-eating trees, and fast-growing forestry plants.
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YES tJ Gary Hirshberg
Why Labeling Makes Sense
J am often asked about why GE ingredients should be
present on our food labels, as well as whether the govern-
ment actually has the power and responsibility to label.
In a recent presentation at TEDxManhattan, I tried to
address these questions, and have highlighted many of
them here.
What Are GE Crops? Haven't We
Been Genetically Engineering
Crops since the First Seed Breeders
Thousands of Years Ago?
GE plants or animals have had their genetic makeup
altered to exhibit traits that are not naturally theirs.
In other words, these are organisms created by the trans-
fer and introduction of genetic material from other species in
ways that could not occur in nature or through traditional
breeding methods. Monsanto is one of the leading finns in
this space. Their website draws a clear distinction between
genetically engineered and conventionally bred crops.
Interestingly, the U.S. Commerce Department and
specifically the U.S. Patent Office clearly sees these organ-
isms as something unique and new, for they have granted
the seed-chemical companies hundreds of patents for these
new life forms. And these companies have spent many
millions of dollars vigorously and successfully defending
their patents from infringement.
Yet over at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA), there is general presumption that these foods are
essentially the same as non-GE foods. In fact, the policy at
FDA is that as long as GE crops are "substantially equiva-
lent" to non-GE crops in terms of nutritional parameters
like calories, carbohydrates, fiber, and protein, they are
also presumably safe, and therefore do not necessitate
labels to make consumers aware of when they are buying
and eating these foods.
How Common Are GE Foods?
Since 1996, when the first GE crops were approved for
commercial use and introduction, they have been extra-
ordinarily successful in penetrating the marketplace.
Today, GE soy makes up 90o/o-plus of the soybeans grown
in the US, GE corn is roughly 8So/o of all corn, and sev-
eral other GE crops including sugar beets and cotton are
equally dominant in the market place.
Particularly because of their dominance in soy and
corn, this means that over 70o/o of the processed foods we
eat contain genetically engineered material. The data is clear
that the vast majority of Americans do not know that.
Who Else Labels GE Foods?
It is worth noting that 64 other nations around the world
including all of the EU, Russia and China have required
labeling when approving these crops.
Are They Safe?
Because it has only been 16 years since the introduction
of GE crops and they have been grown particularly fast in
only the last 8 years, we don't yet know, and we probably
won't know for a generation, about the impacts of today's
first-generation-GE crops. In short, no one can credibly
claim whether they are or aren't safe from a long-term
pe ...
The Economics of Genetically Modified Food LabelingKelsey Feeg
The impacts of genetically modified food labeling are assessed from an industry, consumer, and legislative standpoint. An economic analysis of genetically modified food labeling, as well as challenges and opportunities related to the topic are discussed.
Genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically modified to have certain desired traits, such as increased resistance to pests or weather conditions. While GMOs may offer benefits like increased yields, there is concern about potential health risks to humans and the environment from long-term consumption and exposure. Many advocates argue that GMOs should be clearly labeled so that consumers can make informed choices.
Genetically modified foods are created in a lab by altering the genes of plants and animals to produce desirable traits. Scientists use techniques like inserting bacteria or shooting genes into cells to modify DNA. GM foods are made to increase nutrients, resistance to pests and disease, or have a longer shelf life. However, critics argue they may introduce allergens and harm the environment through cross-pollination. While proponents say GM foods can help farmers, many people believe consumers have a right to know what is in their food and that long term health effects are unknown since testing is limited. Other countries require GM food labeling that the U.S. does not.
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. The document discusses the process of genetic engineering to create GMOs, provides examples of existing GMOs, and outlines both pros and cons of GMO usage. Key concerns discussed include potential health risks of GMOs to humans and animals, increased pesticide and herbicide usage, the threat of GMO crop contamination, and the lack of GMO labeling in the United States.
The document discusses concerns around food additives and GMOs in the US food supply. It notes that the US allows many ingredients banned in other countries due to health effects. It provides a list of controversial additives like artificial colors, HFCS, BVO, azodicarbonamide. It argues that increased food processing and additives have negatively impacted nutrition and health. It calls for educating consumers about additives and GMOs and advocating for mandatory GMO labeling.
As an agency, we believe in consumers’ right to information and making industries more truthful and transparent.
To this end, we support Prop 37, which will mandate the labeling of genetically modified foods in California.
Inspired by The Feast Worldwide, we recently hosted a pop-up dinner and salon in Venice for a small gathering of a dozen like-minded marketers and creatives. At the Salon, we came together to discuss the challenge, draw up a plan, and activate a campaign to help accomplish our vision of passing Prop 37 on November 6th.
To find out more about the issue, and find out how you can help pass Prop 37, please visit www.CARightToKnow.com
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its regulation by the U.S. government. The problems posed by GM contamination for organic
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Introduction
Genetically modified food (also GM food, bioengineered food, genetically modified organisms,
GMOs) is food in which, at some point during the production process, molecules and proteins
are chemically altered to give the food more nutrients, a better appearance, or a longer shelf
life. Genetically modified grain is often fed to livestock used for meat and dairy products. Much
of the produce sold in the United States is grown from genetically modified seeds.
Farming has relied on selective growth and selective breeding for thousands of years; farmers
gather and sow seeds from plants that display desirable characteristics, such as resistance to
certain fungi or bacteria. Over a period of several years, a farmer could create an ideal strain of
a particular plant through a sort of artificial natural selection, forcing the plant to evolve in the
most beneficial way to the farmer. Similarly, if certain cows produce leaner meat than others,
those cows can be bred together to reliably produce lean beef.
With advances in humanity's understanding of DNA and genetics, it has become possible to
speed up this process by inserting and removing specific genes from plants and animals. Once
a gene carrying a specific favorable characteristic is identified, it can theoretically be inserted
into any other organism to elicit that characteristic. Thus, genetic engineering has produced
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn. The general consensus is that there is no ...
Accessibility Information and Tips Title Genetically Modi.docxronak56
Accessibility Information and Tips
Title:
Genetically Modified Foods: Overview.
Authors:
Rich, Alex K.
Warhol, Tom
Source:
Points of View: Genetically Modified Foods. 6/1/2018, p1-1. 1p.
Document Type:
Article
Subjects:
GENETICALLY modified foods
FOOD biotechnology
PLANT genetic engineering
ORGANIC farmers
Geographic Terms:
UNITED StatesReport Available
Abstract:
The article presents an overview of issues related to genetically modified foods in the U.S.
Some of the improvements made possible by genetic engineering of food crops such as
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn are cited. It traces the history of GM food and
its regulation by the U.S. government. The problems posed by GM contamination for organic
farmers are discussed.
Lexile:
1420
ISBN:
9781429815529
Accession Number:
23253318
Genetically Modified Foods: Overview
Full Text
Related Items
Point: The Next Agricultural Revolution.
Counterpoint: The Pandora's Box of Genetically Modified Foods.
Genetically Modified Foods: Guide to Critical Analysis.
Genetically Modified Foods.
Genetically Modified Rice
Demonstrators in Ottawa calling for the government to make it mandatory to labell genetically
modified foods
Genetically Altered Foods: Hazards or Harmless?
Choose a Topic.
Evaluate a Website.
Write a Topic Sentence.
How To Understand the Bias of a Publication
CURRICULUM STANDARDS--U.S.
Introduction
Genetically modified food (also GM food, bioengineered food, genetically modified organisms,
GMOs) is food in which, at some point during the production process, molecules and proteins
are chemically altered to give the food more nutrients, a better appearance, or a longer shelf
life. Genetically modified grain is often fed to livestock used for meat and dairy products. Much
of the produce sold in the United States is grown from genetically modified seeds.
Farming has relied on selective growth and selective breeding for thousands of years; farmers
gather and sow seeds from plants that display desirable characteristics, such as resistance to
certain fungi or bacteria. Over a period of several years, a farmer could create an ideal strain of
a particular plant through a sort of artificial natural selection, forcing the plant to evolve in the
most beneficial way to the farmer. Similarly, if certain cows produce leaner meat than others,
those cows can be bred together to reliably produce lean beef.
With advances in humanity's understanding of DNA and genetics, it has become possible to
speed up this process by inserting and removing specific genes from plants and animals. Once
a gene carrying a specific favorable characteristic is identified, it can theoretically be inserted
into any other organism to elicit that characteristic. Thus, genetic engineering has produced
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn. The general consensus is that there is no .
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Abstract
For thousands of years people have developed plants and animals with the characteristics they want by selectively breeding the best plants and animals. The need for using genetically modified organisms is simply defined as sheer volume of consumers. In order to feed and provide other non-food products to individuals, current ingredients had to be altered to be able to fit the growing needs of the country. Genetic modification has a variety of uses pure science, research, medicine, food production, agricultural innovation. Genes work by coding instructions for making proteins and proteins are the chemicals that have a strong influence on biological functions.
GMO technology finds itself an enduring part of society, history and people. This is true because of the technology’s ability to integrate itself with wild populations and even contaminate conventional crops, well beyond the decision for farmers to halt the planting of GM crops. There will be a decrease in the products derived from GMOs. Companies who use the GMO products like wheat will offer organic brands. They will also find different suppliers of the grains and vegetables to ensure the products are made and cultivated naturally. More and more companies will be looking for the alternate ways for consumers to buy their products, therefore replacing the GMO ingredients will be a necessity. This is could be even further enforced in the labeling legislation ratified. This circumstance is certainly not just limited to the United States consumers who purchase the goods. This also affects international trade a ...
The document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and provides information about what GMOs are, how they are created, health risks associated with GMOs, and ways for consumers to avoid GMOs. It notes that GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered by scientists to have desired traits, such as pest resistance or increased yields, but that the long-term health effects of GMOs are unknown. The document recommends choosing certified organic or Non-GMO Project verified foods to avoid GMOs, as GMOs may pose risks like toxic reactions and damage to organs.
This document discusses the importance of requiring labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It argues that labeling GM foods would help reduce health risks to consumers by informing them about the potential dangers of GM ingredients. While 90% of Americans support labeling, the US government has resisted calls for mandatory labels. Requiring labels would allow consumers to make informed choices to avoid health issues linked to GM foods like kidney damage and immune system problems. Labeling is necessary to promote food safety and protect consumers from the health hazards of engineered foods.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food and argues for mandatory labeling of GMOs. It notes that over 90% of major crops contain GMOs but consumers are often unaware. Large corporations that control GMO seeds have limited studies on health impacts. The document advocates for consumer education on GMOs, buying organic to impact demand, and signing petitions to support labeling. It also notes a few states have passed GMO labeling laws but more action is needed so consumers can know what is in their food.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and GM crops. It provides background on what GM crops are, including that they are plants that have been genetically engineered to express traits like herbicide tolerance or pest resistance. The document then discusses topics like the global acreage of GM crops, major GM crop producing countries, advantages and disadvantages of GM crops, food labeling policies regarding GMOs, and health and environmental risks of genetically engineered foods.
Due to economic improvement, competitive retail pricing, and increased product selection along with the potential of further education and promotion towards consumers, 2015 will prove to be a landmark year for the organic food industry. This deck provides relevant insights and trends.
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Are you worried about GMOs or Genetically Modified Organisms?
Do you fear for the health of your children, grandchildren and the effects of GMOs on the environment?
Do you want to avoid eating GMOs and ward off a whole host of chronic diseases for you and your children?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re not alone. The vast majority of us are concerned about the impact of GMOs on our environment and of course, our health.
Below you will find a brief overview or what GMOs are and the possible health implications of consuming them.
I will also show you how you can easily identify GMO products and list the most common genetically engineered foods.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food. It begins by explaining that GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered, usually to enhance production or nutrient levels. While most developed countries have restrictions on GMOs due to health concerns, they are common in the US, where 80% of processed foods may contain GMOs. Examples given include many snacks, oils, meats, and soy products. The document outlines both arguments for and against GMOs, discussing issues like their effect on small farmers, potential health risks, and lack of independent safety testing. It emphasizes that most Americans support mandatory GMO labeling but the biotech industry has prevented it so far.
Raising Awareness and Discovering the Dirt 12345 .docxrobert345678
Raising Awareness and Discovering the Dirt
12345 Canyon Dr., Northridge, CA 91344 (818) 555-9089 (818) 555-9222 Radd.com
RADD
What role can the FDA play in regulating GMO
products?
This brief is intended for the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is
presented on behalf of Raising Awareness and Discovering the Dirt (RADD). RADD is a non-profit
organization committed to promoting the wellness of the environment.
Since the earlier 1990s, commercialization of Genetic Modified Organisms (GMOs) has spread
throughout the U.S. The FDA has promoted a program of self-regulation among the biotech crop and
food developers (www.fda.gov). Many of the biotech food and crop developers’ primary interest is the
development of high-yielding products. For example, Monsanto, a biotech food and crop developer’s
director of corporate communications, Philip Angell was quoted saying; “Monsanto should not have to
vouchsafe the safety of biotech food. Our interest is in selling as much of it as possible. Assuring its
safety is the FDA’s job,” (Antoniou, Robinson, & Fagan, 2012, p. 23).
Finally, research and Monsanto’s own feeding trials revealed health-effects and suggest that
more suitable options are needed to maintain the safety of consumers and the environment. Therefore,
RADD is committed to working with the FDA in creating programs that will ensure the safety of
environment and the use of GMOs.
Statement of Issue:
In order to promote awareness and ultimately protect the health of consumers, the FDA has the
ability to regulate GMOs by establishing new guidelines. There is a growing body of evidence that
connects GMOs with health problems, environmental damage, and violation of rights of farmers and
consumers. Studies show a correlation between GMOs and health problems such as production of new
allergens increased toxicity, decreased nutrition, and antibiotic resistance (Bernstein et al., 2003).
Additionally, since the emergence of GMO crops, there has been an increase in the amount of
agriculture changes. Such changes include the development of “massive weeds” and “super bugs,” both
requiring an increased dosage of toxins to rid of these unwanted, overgrown organisms. In return,
consumers are now ingesting these increased dosages of toxins.
Background:
Ultimately, the only beneficiaries of products containing GMOs are its producers, such as,
Monsanto, rather than consumers. Monsanto makes an abundant amount of profit on their GMO
products as they have scientifically modified crops, allowing them to have faster results. The “proposed”
purpose of GMOs was to increase yield and enhance nutritional value, while also lowering the use of
pesticides. (www.nongmoproject.org, 2013). Indeed, the use of GMOs increase yield, but studies show
that GMO products hold no nutritional value and rather, by decreasing the use of pesticides, there has
been an increase .
This document discusses the debate around labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food. Pro-labeling arguments are that consumers have a right to know what is in their food and some want to avoid GMOs. However, opponents argue that labels could increase food costs and falsely alarm consumers when there is no scientific evidence that GMOs are dangerous. The document also outlines genetically modified animals and plants that have been created or proposed for various purposes, such as glowing cats, pollution-eating trees, and fast-growing forestry plants.
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YES tJ Gary Hirshberg
Why Labeling Makes Sense
J am often asked about why GE ingredients should be
present on our food labels, as well as whether the govern-
ment actually has the power and responsibility to label.
In a recent presentation at TEDxManhattan, I tried to
address these questions, and have highlighted many of
them here.
What Are GE Crops? Haven't We
Been Genetically Engineering
Crops since the First Seed Breeders
Thousands of Years Ago?
GE plants or animals have had their genetic makeup
altered to exhibit traits that are not naturally theirs.
In other words, these are organisms created by the trans-
fer and introduction of genetic material from other species in
ways that could not occur in nature or through traditional
breeding methods. Monsanto is one of the leading finns in
this space. Their website draws a clear distinction between
genetically engineered and conventionally bred crops.
Interestingly, the U.S. Commerce Department and
specifically the U.S. Patent Office clearly sees these organ-
isms as something unique and new, for they have granted
the seed-chemical companies hundreds of patents for these
new life forms. And these companies have spent many
millions of dollars vigorously and successfully defending
their patents from infringement.
Yet over at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA), there is general presumption that these foods are
essentially the same as non-GE foods. In fact, the policy at
FDA is that as long as GE crops are "substantially equiva-
lent" to non-GE crops in terms of nutritional parameters
like calories, carbohydrates, fiber, and protein, they are
also presumably safe, and therefore do not necessitate
labels to make consumers aware of when they are buying
and eating these foods.
How Common Are GE Foods?
Since 1996, when the first GE crops were approved for
commercial use and introduction, they have been extra-
ordinarily successful in penetrating the marketplace.
Today, GE soy makes up 90o/o-plus of the soybeans grown
in the US, GE corn is roughly 8So/o of all corn, and sev-
eral other GE crops including sugar beets and cotton are
equally dominant in the market place.
Particularly because of their dominance in soy and
corn, this means that over 70o/o of the processed foods we
eat contain genetically engineered material. The data is clear
that the vast majority of Americans do not know that.
Who Else Labels GE Foods?
It is worth noting that 64 other nations around the world
including all of the EU, Russia and China have required
labeling when approving these crops.
Are They Safe?
Because it has only been 16 years since the introduction
of GE crops and they have been grown particularly fast in
only the last 8 years, we don't yet know, and we probably
won't know for a generation, about the impacts of today's
first-generation-GE crops. In short, no one can credibly
claim whether they are or aren't safe from a long-term
pe ...
The Economics of Genetically Modified Food LabelingKelsey Feeg
The impacts of genetically modified food labeling are assessed from an industry, consumer, and legislative standpoint. An economic analysis of genetically modified food labeling, as well as challenges and opportunities related to the topic are discussed.
Genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically modified to have certain desired traits, such as increased resistance to pests or weather conditions. While GMOs may offer benefits like increased yields, there is concern about potential health risks to humans and the environment from long-term consumption and exposure. Many advocates argue that GMOs should be clearly labeled so that consumers can make informed choices.
Genetically modified foods are created in a lab by altering the genes of plants and animals to produce desirable traits. Scientists use techniques like inserting bacteria or shooting genes into cells to modify DNA. GM foods are made to increase nutrients, resistance to pests and disease, or have a longer shelf life. However, critics argue they may introduce allergens and harm the environment through cross-pollination. While proponents say GM foods can help farmers, many people believe consumers have a right to know what is in their food and that long term health effects are unknown since testing is limited. Other countries require GM food labeling that the U.S. does not.
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. The document discusses the process of genetic engineering to create GMOs, provides examples of existing GMOs, and outlines both pros and cons of GMO usage. Key concerns discussed include potential health risks of GMOs to humans and animals, increased pesticide and herbicide usage, the threat of GMO crop contamination, and the lack of GMO labeling in the United States.
The document discusses concerns around food additives and GMOs in the US food supply. It notes that the US allows many ingredients banned in other countries due to health effects. It provides a list of controversial additives like artificial colors, HFCS, BVO, azodicarbonamide. It argues that increased food processing and additives have negatively impacted nutrition and health. It calls for educating consumers about additives and GMOs and advocating for mandatory GMO labeling.
As an agency, we believe in consumers’ right to information and making industries more truthful and transparent.
To this end, we support Prop 37, which will mandate the labeling of genetically modified foods in California.
Inspired by The Feast Worldwide, we recently hosted a pop-up dinner and salon in Venice for a small gathering of a dozen like-minded marketers and creatives. At the Salon, we came together to discuss the challenge, draw up a plan, and activate a campaign to help accomplish our vision of passing Prop 37 on November 6th.
To find out more about the issue, and find out how you can help pass Prop 37, please visit www.CARightToKnow.com
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Genetically modified food (also GM food, bioengineered food, genetically modified organisms,
GMOs) is food in which, at some point during the production process, molecules and proteins
are chemically altered to give the food more nutrients, a better appearance, or a longer shelf
life. Genetically modified grain is often fed to livestock used for meat and dairy products. Much
of the produce sold in the United States is grown from genetically modified seeds.
Farming has relied on selective growth and selective breeding for thousands of years; farmers
gather and sow seeds from plants that display desirable characteristics, such as resistance to
certain fungi or bacteria. Over a period of several years, a farmer could create an ideal strain of
a particular plant through a sort of artificial natural selection, forcing the plant to evolve in the
most beneficial way to the farmer. Similarly, if certain cows produce leaner meat than others,
those cows can be bred together to reliably produce lean beef.
With advances in humanity's understanding of DNA and genetics, it has become possible to
speed up this process by inserting and removing specific genes from plants and animals. Once
a gene carrying a specific favorable characteristic is identified, it can theoretically be inserted
into any other organism to elicit that characteristic. Thus, genetic engineering has produced
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn. The general consensus is that there is no ...
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Title:
Genetically Modified Foods: Overview.
Authors:
Rich, Alex K.
Warhol, Tom
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Points of View: Genetically Modified Foods. 6/1/2018, p1-1. 1p.
Document Type:
Article
Subjects:
GENETICALLY modified foods
FOOD biotechnology
PLANT genetic engineering
ORGANIC farmers
Geographic Terms:
UNITED StatesReport Available
Abstract:
The article presents an overview of issues related to genetically modified foods in the U.S.
Some of the improvements made possible by genetic engineering of food crops such as
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn are cited. It traces the history of GM food and
its regulation by the U.S. government. The problems posed by GM contamination for organic
farmers are discussed.
Lexile:
1420
ISBN:
9781429815529
Accession Number:
23253318
Genetically Modified Foods: Overview
Full Text
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Genetically modified food (also GM food, bioengineered food, genetically modified organisms,
GMOs) is food in which, at some point during the production process, molecules and proteins
are chemically altered to give the food more nutrients, a better appearance, or a longer shelf
life. Genetically modified grain is often fed to livestock used for meat and dairy products. Much
of the produce sold in the United States is grown from genetically modified seeds.
Farming has relied on selective growth and selective breeding for thousands of years; farmers
gather and sow seeds from plants that display desirable characteristics, such as resistance to
certain fungi or bacteria. Over a period of several years, a farmer could create an ideal strain of
a particular plant through a sort of artificial natural selection, forcing the plant to evolve in the
most beneficial way to the farmer. Similarly, if certain cows produce leaner meat than others,
those cows can be bred together to reliably produce lean beef.
With advances in humanity's understanding of DNA and genetics, it has become possible to
speed up this process by inserting and removing specific genes from plants and animals. Once
a gene carrying a specific favorable characteristic is identified, it can theoretically be inserted
into any other organism to elicit that characteristic. Thus, genetic engineering has produced
herbicide-resistant soybeans and insecticidal corn. The general consensus is that there is no .
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Abstract
For thousands of years people have developed plants and animals with the characteristics they want by selectively breeding the best plants and animals. The need for using genetically modified organisms is simply defined as sheer volume of consumers. In order to feed and provide other non-food products to individuals, current ingredients had to be altered to be able to fit the growing needs of the country. Genetic modification has a variety of uses pure science, research, medicine, food production, agricultural innovation. Genes work by coding instructions for making proteins and proteins are the chemicals that have a strong influence on biological functions.
GMO technology finds itself an enduring part of society, history and people. This is true because of the technology’s ability to integrate itself with wild populations and even contaminate conventional crops, well beyond the decision for farmers to halt the planting of GM crops. There will be a decrease in the products derived from GMOs. Companies who use the GMO products like wheat will offer organic brands. They will also find different suppliers of the grains and vegetables to ensure the products are made and cultivated naturally. More and more companies will be looking for the alternate ways for consumers to buy their products, therefore replacing the GMO ingredients will be a necessity. This is could be even further enforced in the labeling legislation ratified. This circumstance is certainly not just limited to the United States consumers who purchase the goods. This also affects international trade a ...
The document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and provides information about what GMOs are, how they are created, health risks associated with GMOs, and ways for consumers to avoid GMOs. It notes that GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered by scientists to have desired traits, such as pest resistance or increased yields, but that the long-term health effects of GMOs are unknown. The document recommends choosing certified organic or Non-GMO Project verified foods to avoid GMOs, as GMOs may pose risks like toxic reactions and damage to organs.
This document discusses the importance of requiring labeling of genetically modified foods in the United States. It argues that labeling GM foods would help reduce health risks to consumers by informing them about the potential dangers of GM ingredients. While 90% of Americans support labeling, the US government has resisted calls for mandatory labels. Requiring labels would allow consumers to make informed choices to avoid health issues linked to GM foods like kidney damage and immune system problems. Labeling is necessary to promote food safety and protect consumers from the health hazards of engineered foods.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food and argues for mandatory labeling of GMOs. It notes that over 90% of major crops contain GMOs but consumers are often unaware. Large corporations that control GMO seeds have limited studies on health impacts. The document advocates for consumer education on GMOs, buying organic to impact demand, and signing petitions to support labeling. It also notes a few states have passed GMO labeling laws but more action is needed so consumers can know what is in their food.
This document discusses genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and GM crops. It provides background on what GM crops are, including that they are plants that have been genetically engineered to express traits like herbicide tolerance or pest resistance. The document then discusses topics like the global acreage of GM crops, major GM crop producing countries, advantages and disadvantages of GM crops, food labeling policies regarding GMOs, and health and environmental risks of genetically engineered foods.
Due to economic improvement, competitive retail pricing, and increased product selection along with the potential of further education and promotion towards consumers, 2015 will prove to be a landmark year for the organic food industry. This deck provides relevant insights and trends.
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4. Should GMOs be labeled?
Consumer’s perception about product’s transparency
“If GE food is safe, why don’t you let us know which
products contain GMOs?”
5. My position
(1) Consumers have the right to know what is in their
food.
(2)Label should be written in the way that is easily
understand and recognized.
6. Consumers’ right to know
Oppose to GMOs
labeling:
- Costly, unnecessary
- “Warning” signal
GMOs label’s advantages
- Give consumer sense of
control
- Improve trust
- Lower perceived trust of GE
7. Advantages of labeling GMOs
Vermont
The 1st state to mandate GMOs labeling
positive outcomes
8. Advantages of labeling GMOs
Campbell Soup Company
Morrison-Campbell CEO:
“We have always believed
consumers have a right to
know what’s in their food”
“We know that 92% of
Americans support GMO
labeling, and transparency is a
critical part of our purpose"
9. Federal regulation of labeling
USDA’s final GMO disclosure:
Definition of “bioengineering”: Containing detectable
genetic material that has been modified through lab
techniques and may not created through
conventional breeding of found in nature.
Disclosure options: “Regulated entities may use text,
a symbol, an electronic or digital link or a text
message to disclose bioengineering; a phone
number and web address are available for small food
manufacturers or for small packages”
10. Debates continued
Many GMOs may go unlabeled under current
definitions and thresholds (refined food…)
Wide ranges of disclosure options confused,
misinformed, not accessible, not nation wide support
12. Work cited
AAAS Board of Director Statement on Labeling of Genetically Modified Food
https://www.aaas.org/news/statement-aaas-board-directors-labeling-genetically-modified-foods
Campell News “Why We Support Mandatory National Gmo Labeling”. Retrieved from
https://www.campbellsoupcompany.com/newsroom/news/2016/01/07/labeling/
Charles, Dan, “Congress jusst passed a GMO labeling bill. Nobody’s super happy about it“, NPR,
07.14.2016. Retrieved fromhttps://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/07/14/486060866/congress-just-
passed-a-gmo-labeling-bill-nobodys-super-happy-about-it
Food Business News. USDA announces GMO labeling standard. Retrieved
fromhttps://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/13064-usda-announces-gmo-labeling-standard
Gordon, Bridger, “Food fight the debate over GMOs and food labeling”, Havard Political reviews.
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labeling/
Kolodinsky, Jane; Lusk, Jayson et.al; “Mandatory labels can improve attitudes toward genetically
engineered”, American Association for the Advancement of Science, Vol.4, no.6 (26 Jun
2018)https://advances.sciencemag.org/content/4/6/eaaq1413
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MacDonald, Ruth, “Safety of Genetically Modified Food and Food Ingredients”, Food Science and Human Nutrition, Iowa
State University, USDA. Retrieved from https://www.aphis.usda.gov/stakeholders/downloads/2015/coexistence/Ruth-
MacDonald.pdf
Mark Lynas, Why we need to label GMOs, Speech to Center for Food Intergrity Summit, Chicago, 15 Oct 2013,
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Stephanie Strom, Campbell labels will disclose GMO ingredients, The New York Times, 01/2016. Retrieved from
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US National Academy of Sciences, “Environmental Impacts of Genetically Engineered Crops at the Farm Level”.
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USDA, National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard, 21.12.2018. Retrieved from
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/12/21/2018-27283/national-bioengineered-food-disclosure-standard
WHO: Frequently asked questions on genetically modified foods. Retrieved from
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Editor's Notes
Hello everyone, for the food position assignment, I would like to discuss with you all about the regulations about GMOs as well as GMOs labeling, which has been an ongoing topic since it was first brought into the market.
GMOs is defined as plant or animal whose genes have been modified in laboratory by introducing new DNA from other organisms or editing their own genes to obtain desirable characteristics: ill-resistant, pest-resistant, drought tolerant…
Critics of GMOs argue that genetically modified products can influence human’s normal condition and cause many diseases like obesity, allergy, autisms. They also argue that GM crops is harmful to the natural environments.
Nevertheless, arguments for GMOs have it that biotechnology is a vital tool to feed the world sustainably in modern food system and in the future in which population exploding is a huge issue. We need crops that are resistant to new diseases, coping with climate change, while minimizing environment impact of agriculture. Instead of spraying the crop with chemical multiples times, the plants fight the bug themselves.
Many prestige organizations such as American Association for the Advancement of Science, USDA and the US National Academy of Sciences have concluded that GMOs are safe to human. The latest research has shown that there is no scientific-based evidence of GMOs responsible for human health risks nor serious environment concerns.
Despite scientific proofs of GMOs safety, consumers’ concern toward GMOs tends to remain due to its transparency on the markets. Consumers are doubtful because they have little knowledge about GMOs and what is in their food.
The ambiguity about products that contain GMOs ingredients raise a perception among costumers that food business and governments try to hide something about the impact of GMOs.
As the safety of GMOs has been proven, food companies and government should prevent misconception and increase public awareness by being explicit about the ingredients they put on their products. Consumers have the right to know what is in their food and have the right to choose what they think is good for them. Speaking in the perspective of a consumer advocate, I strongly support the regulation of labeling genetically modified products. Moreover, label should be written in the way that is easily understand and recognized by consumers.
People who are against mandatory GMOs labeling suppose that it is a costly and unnecessary process as 80% of food products need to be labeled. They also argue that the GMOs label might signal that GE food is unsafe. However, they should acknowledge that this is a consumer-centered business and going against consumers’ need would cause more harm than good. One key demand of costumer advocates is to make the use of GMOs more transparent through a system of mandatory labeling, giving them a sense of control, improving trust between consumer and food industry, lowering perceived risk of genetically engineered food.
Despite the assumption that GMOs label would increase consumers’ concern, Vermont has proven the opposite when being the first state to mandate GMOs labeling in 2014. Kolodinsky and Lusk conducted a research providing causal impact of policy on consumer attitudes toward GMOs. Suprisingly, the result showed 19% reduction in opposition to food only one month after the Vermont law. Kolodinsky and Lusk made their conclusion on psychology of consumer’s perception. The authors concluded that when people gain more control over their outcomes, their concerns tend to fall. In this case, labels help communicate benefits as well as risks of GE technology to general public. As a result, mandatory labels can improve attitudes toward genetically engineered.
Campbell Soup Company is another successful example of labeling GMOs, which is even more effective by its voluntarily disclosure. According to The New York Times’ interview with the company’s chief executive in 2016, With the belief of costumers’ right to know, Campbell Soup is not only the first food company to disclose the use of GMOs in their products, but also calling for federal regulation to make mandatory labeling of products that use ingredients from GMO crops. The Campbell shared that “costumer rely on us to accurate and simple information about what is in their food”, stating that the company put the consumers at the center of everything they do.
On 12.20.18, the Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard, requiring food manufactures, importers and certain retailers to label food containing genetically modified or bioengineered ingredients. The law will be implemented from 1.1.20 and mandatory compliance is on 1.1.22, which means that within three more years every bioengineered food on the U.S markets would be labeled. Despite the mandatory labeling GMO rule has published, the outcome does not satisfy the advocates, from the range of products that are impacted to the way their labels are presented.
The arguments around proposals to mandatory labeling GMOs in the US is also focused on the way that labels are presented. The definition of BE food would limit the types to products that would be labeled. Many final products from GMO sources, especially refined food that is derived from BE GMO crops like oil made from GMO soy or refined sugar from GMO sugar beet, do not contain detectable modified genetic material, which means that many GMOs may go unlabeled under current definitions and thresholds.
In addition, the disclosure does not require GMO statement on packaging as food business can use other formats such as QR code or phone number and web address for clarification. In an article on Food Business News, the author said that “instead of clear on-packaging labeling, consumers will have to call or text manufacturers to find out what is in their food”, which is nothing more supportive than existing voluntary labeling. The author also stated that a fair standard should address the needs of consumers who do not have smart phones or live in rural areas. Personal speaking, the final GMO disclosure did not meet requirements to make a federal standard that could cover all GMOs food and help the consumers recognize easily.
The government should take consumers’ concern about the new law into consideration and continue to revise and improve the national standard, in which food labels should guide to make the right choice for everyone. It does not matter if one chooses non-GMOs over GMOs or vice versa, everyone has the right to choose products in term of their needs and preferences. I believe that even GMOs or organics, they all play their roles to benefit human needs and require regulation to balance benefits and risks for their applications. Willa Zhen, the author of Food Studies, stated that human beings are distinguished than any other species by the ability of making tools and inventing technologies, which is indispensable in human’s survival history. Scientifically making food has been practiced to help people survive from population explosion, climate change and food sustainability issue. Understanding that bioengineered food is one of the solution of today’s social needs, food businesses should be confident to expose the use of GMO ingredients in order to establish trust with their consumers. At this point of the debate, I strongly urge that the food businesses should readjust their target from their own profits to their consumers’ need and right. Farmers and food companies should be honest to their consumers and be transparent on the use of GMOs ingredients in their food. The government needs to improve label disclosure to be more straightforward, easy for consumers to access and understand. Besides, the consumers themselves should gain their knowledge about bioengineered food to avoid any misconception and be wise consumers. To be concluded, food business, government and consumers should support each other to aim for a sustainable life.