So here it is....GMed food is what people have been doing with plants for 1000s of years. Fertilizers and pesticides should be the focus folks. PS: I have not been paid for my views. Genetically modified food controversies From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search For related content, see Genetic engineering, Genetically modified organism, Genetically modified food, and Genetically modified crops. Genetically modified foods controversies are disputes over the use of foods and other goods derived from genetically modified crops instead of conventional crops, and other uses of genetic engineering in food production. The dispute involves consumers, farmers, biotechnology companies, governmental regulators, activists, non-governmental organizations, and scientists. The key areas of controversy related to genetically modified food (GMO food) are whether such food should be labeled, the role of government regulators, the objectivity of scientific research and publication, the effect of genetically modified crops on health and the environment, the effect on pesticide resistance, the impact of such crops for farmers, and the role of the crops in feeding the world population. While there is concern among the public that eating genetically modified food may be harmful and some scientific publications claiming dangers have received attention in the media, there is broad scientific consensus that food on the market derived from these crops poses no greater risk to human health than conventional food.[1][2][3] The safety assessment of genetically engineered food products by regulatory bodies starts with an evaluation of whether or not the food is substantially equivalent to non-genetically engineered counterparts that are already deemed fit for human consumption. No reports of ill effects have been documented in the human population from genetically modified food.[4][5][6] Although labeling of genetically modified organism (GMO) products in the marketplace is required in many countries, it is not required in the United States or Canada and no distinction between marketed GMO and non-GMO foods is recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Opponents of genetically modified food, such as the advocacy groups Organic Consumers Association, the Union of Concerned Scientists, and Greenpeace, say risks have not been adequately identified and managed, and they have questioned the objectivity of regulatory authorities. Some groups say there are unanswered questions regarding the potential long-term impact on human health from food derived from GMOs, and propose mandatory labeling[7][8] or a moratorium on such products.[9][10][11] Concerns include contamination of the non-genetically modified food supply,[12] effects of GMOs on the environment and nature,[9][11] including forced evolution of resistant organisms and off-target effects of pesticides and herbicides used in conjunction with GM crops, the rigor of the regulatory process,[10][13] and consolidation of control of the food supply in companies that make and sell GMOs.[9] Controversy over GMOs has led to international trade disputes, international litigation, and litigation and protests within various countries where GMOs have been introduced, or where their introduction was considered.
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