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Genetically Modified Foods. The Future of Food. http://www.hulu.com/watch/67878/the-future-of-food. Genetically Modified Foods. What are genetically modified foods? “crop plants created for human or animal consumption using the latest molecular biology techniques.” (Whitman, 2000) - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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What are genetically modified foods?
“crop plants created for human or animal consumption using the latest molecular biology techniques.” (Whitman, 2000)
Used since late 1980’s • Rapidly expanding around the world.
• Most common crops in the U.S. Soybean, corn, cotton, canola
Enhanced plant growth Decreased pesticide and fertilizer use Increased nutrient potential Increased crop yields
Emerging allergens Herbicide-resistant weeds /
“superbugs” Ethical / moral concerns Decreased biodiversity
U.S. FDA “currently requires labeling of GE foods if the food has a significantly different nutritional property; if a new food includes an allergen that consumers would not expect to be present; or if a food contains a toxicant beyond acceptable limits.” (Byrne, 2007)
FDA proposed voluntary guidelines for labels in 2001