Month: September 2012
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Myths and Truths
Here is a video in layman’s terms that clearly exposes truths and myths about genetically engineered (GE) food, also commonly referred to as GMO (genetically modified food). The information in the video is based on a report by Earth Open Source and credits are given at the end.
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Labeling a Win Win?
Here is a short video featuring a conventional farmer who claims that food labeling is a win-win. His argument is that farmers give the people what they want and if because of labeling, they demand food that is not GMO, then farmers can deliver because, as he puts it: “We’re ingenious people.” It is an […]
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Recent French study has affect on Russia
According to an article posted on the “Yes on 37” website, because of the results of a recent French study showing that GM corn causes tumors in rats, Russia has decided to suspend the use of Monsanto GM corn until further information becomes available. The French study is shrouded in controversy but is apparently compelling […]
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This Law Must Pass!
Below I have another excerpt of a letter sent to my personal email from Organic Consumers Association leader Ronnie Cummins. His passion for this cause is admirable. I want to underscore one of the things he says below in his “reasons why California prop 37 should pass”. GMOs are everywhere. Today, most non-organic US corn, […]
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Here is a PDF worth downloading
Here is a very informative article that came out of the UK in June of this year: GMO Myths and Truths. I found it at the Non GMO Project website (see previous post) and by clicking this link, you’ll be directed there, where you can then download the PDF. GMO Myths and Truths […]
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Look (hard) for this label
There is purported to be a growing group of companies who want to keep GMO out of their food and so are voluntarily submitting to testing in hopes of becoming certified. If all is well, the food should have the label “Non GMO project” stamped somewhere on the packaging. Personally, I haven’t seen one product […]
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The plot is thickening as more evidence emerges
Many people with whom I have discussed GMO and all the implications thereof have wanted to know if there is non-disputable proof that GMO is bad for our health. I usually qualify the discussion by limiting the scope to GMO as it is primarily used by Big Agriculture and the BioTech industries – to make […]
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Labeling GMO foods is a non-partisan issue
Below is an excerpt of an impassioned letter from Ronnie Cummins representing the Organic Consumers Association reminding California voters of the far-reaching implications of prop 37. If this passes in November, it will be a much-heralded and historic win for consumers nationwide. If it fails, then big business wins again and the US will be […]
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“Question What’s Inside” video
Informative and entertaining song and video by Rob Herring. The video is five minutes long and very informative. Even watching half of it is worth your time! Question What’s Inside