...The Non GMO Project documents that over 80% of the U.S food contain GMO’s. (“GMO Facts”) America has become such a large consumer in the genetically modified industry. However most people don’t even recognize their consumption of it. It’s most popular GMO is corn, with soy closely behind it. The film Food Inc. shows genetically modified tomatoes to give viewers a closer look at exactly how and what they are eating. An example that can be categorized in risks due to the gases used or you could look at it as a positive and say that a) it suffices b) you get more for your buck. Two arguments that could clearly showcase the possibility of a risk and benefit of...
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...Biocentric Ethics Analysis Katherine Nagle SCI 362 Environmental Issues and Ethics Juliet Knowles December 23, 2013 Genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) are mankind’s solution to how the world supplies food. The effects are controversial, to all species. This paper will discuss inherent value, GMO’s the controversy, and insight into the difference between natural and GMO’s life, and how they are different. Inherent Value is the value that an entity has on itself, for what it is, or as an end. Many people value what they consume, some might say genetically modified organisms have made it harder for mankind to cure itself form deceases, as repercussion are unknown. GMO’s have been an ongoing debate for decades. While farmers fight to keep going they have been given an option to plant genetically modified seeds that might grow longer and more ample crops. World hunger and the pressure to produce a more ample harvest can not only cost farmers more, but can lead to lawsuits and accusations of mistrust between the producer of these seeds and the consumers. In 1986 genetically engineered tomatoes reduced many of the normal methods of preparation needed in preparing the growth of crops and made the tomatoes more resilient to many herbicides. The Department of Agriculture and the Environmental Protection Agency did not seem too concerned over this new innovative technology. Eventually Bacillus thuringiensis was used in plants, an insect killer. This prevented...
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...Prof. LeRette 24 April 2015 Speech Outline Title: The Hidden Secrets within Our Food Position Statement: American citizens should demand that genetically modified foods be labeled and prevented. INTRODUCTION I. Attention-getter: We all live busy lives. In the era we live in today, convenience is coveted more than healthiness. How many of you have bought a food item and cared to look at the nutrition label? A good portion right? II. Credibility: Well there is one major thing that is missing from the nutrition label that you are reading. And that is weather the food you are consuming contains GMO’s. III. Thesis Motivation: Having this information can help you in better deciding between choosing an al natural food to a genetically modified creation. IV. Preview Main Points: Today I will share with you some startling facts, let you know what can be done to prevent health risks, and hopefully persuade you to join me in demanding stricter laws to protect our health and well being. BODY [This is the PROBLEM Main Point] I. Main Point: Genetically Modified foods cause contaminations and can cause a host of side effects. A. Support: The very process of creating a GM plant can result in massive collateral damage that produces new toxins, allergens, carcinogens, and nutritional deficiencies. B. Support: The genetically modified plants and their respected herbicides can harm birds, insects, amphibians, marine ecosystems...
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...*- | | | KHADIJAH SBI4U1.10 | [GENETICALLY MODIFIED ANIMALS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION] | STSE | Although genetically modified animals have many benefits in a commercial, agricultural or aquaculture condition, there are numerous risks that are present similarly. According to the textbook, some of the benefits of genetically modified animals are that they increase food security, and reduce pollution. But as also stated in the article, there are likewise many possible risks that are present due to genetically modified animals. GM (Genetically Modified) foods can contain allergens which cause allergies in humans if a gene from a certain allergen is incorporated into a GM organism. Another risk factor is that antibiotic resistant genes are also used in the process of creating GM organisms, which could be conferred to the bacteria that naturally live in the human digestive system. Some scientists also believe that if GM organisms escape from their containment areas and mix with wild animals, it could negatively affect the wild population since they could reproduce with the wild population. The mix of genes from these two species may no longer be controllable by scientists anymore. Knowing these risks, I believe that the benefits of genetically modifying animals do not outweigh any of the possible risks. Knowing that there are many risks from genetically modifying an organism, I do not feel that it is safe for humans to take a chance and consume these foods. Because...
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...study was designed for people to understand what genetically modified organisms are. “The project originally was planned to last 15 years, but rapid technological advances accelerated the completion date to 2003” (Human). When one first enters the site, they can see there are many tabs at the top of the page and side margins directing one to other specific research done by HGP. Along the top of the page, the site provides tabs that explain information on a more in-depth description of genes and what exactly is going on in the microbiology essence, for those who wouldn’t quite understand what GMO’s are. Also, at the top of the webpage, there is a tab for benefits the GMO site and program offers. The site tells about all the benefits that go along with their research and the biology they’re using in their studies. Likewise, there’s also “bolded” tabs in which has the information with GMO’s. The HGP website has informational tabs on “lethal/legal issues”, “medicine”,...
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...longer shelf life. Further uses are drug production, medical treatments, and biological research (Goldbas, 2014). There are terms used that are needed to understand the discussion of genetically modified foods. First, Certified Organic Foods are foods that are free of growth hormones, most pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, and GMO’S. To have this label, a product must be inspected by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA insures specific practices are followed during production, cultivation, storage, and transport. A second term is food additives. They are substances added to food during production, processing, and transportation. These additives affect the characteristics of the food. They are used to retain foods nutritional value, improve appearance, and prevent spoilage. A third term is “Generally Recognized as Safe”. This refers to a food additive that experts recognize as safe. These are not regulated by the USDA or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This term has been used since before 1958. Because of safety issues, this term used on labeling may be revoked. There are multiple advantages of GMO’s and GMF’s. First, this technology has...
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...University with a M.P.H, a J.D from Harvard Law School as well as an A.B from Harvard. Wiley’s areas of expertise range from Health Law, Public Health Law, and Torts and Compensation Systems. She has written many articles about the safety of the general public and when using GMO products. This shows that she knows what she is talking about and that she is also well prepared to talk about this topic. This is article is found in the book of American Journal of Law and Medicine. The intended readers of this article would be the general public as well as those looking for information of the regulations against GMO’s. The position of this article is for less restrictions on...
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...A great deal of controversy has arisen over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and Genetically Modified Food, especially surrounding the production, sale, and consumption of genetically modified foods. Many people are concerned that the consumption of GMO foods may pose serious health risks. The concern is centered around the notion that there could potentially be various different unforeseen consequences due to the consumption of GMO foods. Even though there is a large controversy over GMOs not many people know what and how dangerous GMO’s are. GMO’s are organisms produced from crops whose genetic makeup has been altered through a process called recombinant DNA, or gene splicing, to give the crop a desirable trait (Bren). Genetic engineering is also defined as the copying of a gene from one plant or animal and adding it to another plant or animal. Monsanto is one of the large producers of GMO seeds. Monsanto offers farmers a wide range of GMO corn, soybean, cotton, wheat, canola, sorghum and sugar cane seeds. Theses seeds have been genetically altered to produce a pesticide, yields more per seed, and withstand harsher weather conditions. Some of these plants are now, what is called, roundup ready (Monsanto). Roundup ready plants can be sprayed with roundup and not be effected by it. Due to the use of Roundup ready plants farmers are not having to be as careful when spraying these plants and more often then not they spray more roundup on them then needed. Roundup...
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...nutritious. Although famers feel that genetically harvesting these foods is the best way to produce more it is not good for human consumption. The farmers in Georgia are doing really well with their genetically modified crops (Walters, 2013). Although Georgian farms are doing well finically they have second thoughts about the growth of gene transmissible crops into food because the foods are very harmful (Walters, 2012). In the past twenty years people in the United States have been eating plants that use modern technology to pump up the food and make it look better or last longer. Most of the foods American eaten on a daily basis contain genetically modified ingredients. Some human transmitted diseases are spreader from the production of GMO's. Most labels can be...
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...because of this cross-breeding, the safety of such foods has not been able to have been proven and other countries (and some counties in the U.S.) have banned the modified foods from being imported and/or grown. Another terrible thing about these GMO crops is that the new genes have been patented, so if they are spread even accidentally and unknowingly to other non-GMO commercial fields and that farmer selects the modified plants for subsequent planting, then the patent holder has the right to control the use of those crops. Yep, you read that right. If a farmer downwind of you is using GMO seeds, and they happen to go up in the air and pollinate your organic non-GMO crops, the patent owner (most likely Mosanto) now OWNS YOUR CROPS. Don’t believe me? See Monsanto Canada Inc. v. Schmeiser. Sounds fair, right? How about the new breed of these seeds that they are trying to get into the market called “Terminator” seeds that require yearly application of chemicals in order for that same seed to germinate again? Remember how your mom would plant seeds once and they would continue to grow every year? Not so with these seeds, which happen to be under “construction” and the patent for them happens to be co-owned by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. No more multiple season seeds, as you would have to either buy new ones every season and/or cover them with a certain chemical to get them to grow again. Now on to the health aspects of GMO’s....
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...the plant. 2. Passing on mutant genes from the crop or meat can possibly be passed on from there to the consumer into their bacterium in the digestive system and cause issues. 3. Pesticides, herbicides and fungicides all have to go on every new crop, more has to be used of each so this plant is not effect, all of which are poisonous to the consumers. This is causing issues through the water supply, and from directly eating them. 4. Risk of cancer from crops, different crop viruses specifically cauliflower virus and some plant diseases that effect the crop can increase the risk of stomach and colon cancer. 5. GMO’s and all the poisonous pesticides, herbicides and fungicides alter the ecosystem, which create new allergies causing new deadly allergic reactions due to the higher pesticide usage. 6. Biofuel are crops used for fuel instead of food, they are creating GMO’s for biofuel but this is increasing prices of not only GMO food but regular foods as well. 7. Cross...
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...modified foods. Some people regard genetically modified wheat and corn for their drought resistance and ability to feed millions of people in parts of the world that desperately need food. The other side of the argument stems from unwanted side effects caused by GMOs such as the creation of herbicide-resistant super weeds to the loss of biodiversity and uncontrollable transfer of modified genes into the environment (Whitman 4). The benefits vs. risks that GMO’s pose in regard to the environment and human health are still inconclusive. Only rigorous scientific research and time will yield conclusive results, along with possible advancements in technology that will help address most concerns. What is clear is that we need GMO’s to be able to feed the world’s population and that the potential risk GMO’s pose to human health and the environment can vary tremendously. The labeling of GM food is necessary will address the question of accountability of the impact GMO’s and large corporations have with their “proprietary crops” to the environment and health, along with minimizing potential risk. The argument that corporate driven agriculture and bio technology are ill suited to address global hunger is incredibly complex; the factors include economic barriers that are inherent in large scale farming, displacement of the poor who rely on farming, and the use of homogenous crops that are used in nonfood products...
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...web of life in ways that we may not originally comprehend. It is important to account for every known factor when developing a plan, because quick fixes often turn into permanent problems. Relevance in today’s society Carson changed the conversation about pesticides, creating an interest in environmental regulations and a safer world. Yet harsh pesticides like 2, 4-D, Malathion, and Glyphosate are still in use. Advocates from chemical industries promote their safety (when used according to the directions), while proponents of eco-friendly living describe their nightmarish effects on all life. It is often difficult to escape bias today. One particularly divided topic is the use of GMO’s. Today, crops are actually genetically modified for herbicide tolerance. Farmers can drench fields with herbicide without damaging yields. The practice kills everything except the plant, and saturates the soil with the substance. This can destroy the soil health and expose the public to hazardous conditions. On a more positive note, some GMO’s have been altered to resist pests without any herbicide at all. I believe this has potential, although I am wary of manipulating food in a lab. Those involved in environmental studies certainly have a lot to gain from Carson’s work. The last chapter in the book outlines the use of biological principles in pest control. By balancing the amount of predators and prey in the environment, populations can be naturally controlled. Another method involves using the...
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...Laura Larkin Mrs. Kirby C English 205 6 December 2017 “Say No to GMO’s” Rough Draft 70% of food in an Average American’s diet consists of processed foods and 75% of those processed foods are genetically modified. According to the World Health Organization, genetically modified organisms are “plants, animals, or microorganisms in which the genetic material (DNA) has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally by mating and/or natural recombination”. Scientists are creating food in labs to satisfy the growing demand for food around the world and to please powerful corporate food companies. In the United States, “the government has approved GMOs based on studies conducted by the same corporations that created them and profit from their sale” (Non-GMO project). Genetically modified foods are not...
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...Genetically Modified Organisms Should not be allowed in our foods today. The debate over Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are starting to become more of a hot topic and is now not a secret that GMO-ed foods have spread out rapidly to the whole world. Government officials should take the proper steps to ensure our countries safety and not allow GMO’s in our foods today, and if it is needed, labeling should be mandatory. Even though it is banned in other countries, our government is still allowing the United Stated to continue with GMO cropping and without labeling it. We should know why it is harmful to our health and how we can prevent it. GMOs could cause health issues, create allergies, toxins, new diseases and nutritional problems. First, GMOs are harmful to our health. Second, these crops can lead to contaminated organic crops, and serious destruction of the environment, which could also lead to toxins and allergens surrounding us. Third, there are some companies that intend to monopolize market-foods, which work with GMOs. Finally, labeling should be a very important factor in the GMO industry, to ensure people would recognize how dangerous GMO’s are for us. GMOs are special organisms in which the genetic material has been altered for improvement productivity and product quality. First, Research and studies show that GMOs could be very harmful. Through manipulating our crops our health is at a serious risk. “Numerous health problems increased after GMOs were introduced...
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