In Thailand, protests are being held regarding a pro-GMO that has been approved by the country’s cabinet. The new Biosafety Bill will uphold the legalized use of potentially harmful genetically modified organisms in plants and […]
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Syngenta and Monsanto Are Getting Greedy Over Non-GMO Patents
Environmental activists are accusing the U.S. Department of Agriculture of protecting the wealth of biotech companies such as Monsanto and Syngenta rather than exploring options for a future viable word food supply. They say one […]
Research Finds Insecticides Don’t Just Hurt Bees, They Hurt The Crops Being Pollinated
A recent study has shown that apple trees that are pollinated by bees exposed to pesticides produce lower-quality fruit than trees pollinated by healthy bees. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of […]
Two Thirds Of EU States Opt Out Of Genetically Modified Foods
Many EU member countries have opted out part of or all of their territory from the cultivation of genetically modified foods. GM crops, largely grown in America and Asia, are having a difficult time entering […]
Scotland Announces Sweeping Ban Of Genetically Modified Crops
Scotland has announced a complete ban on genetically modified (GM) doods despite stiff opposition. The country’s rural affairs minister said that the ban would serve to protect the country’s recognition as a green and clean […]
British Genetically Modified Wheat Variety Fails To Ward Off Pests
The UK’s attempts to genetically modify a strain of wheat has failed in trials. The intention was for scientists to create “whiffy wheat,” a type with a special smell to prevent aphids, which are bugs […]