Thread: Why Arenšt G.M.O. Foods Labeled?
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Old 20-02-2011, 06:56 PM posted to rec.gardens.edible,rec.gardens
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Default Why Arenšt G.M.O. Foods Labeled?
On 2/20/2011 1:09 PM, wrote:
Gary writes:

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As far as labeling GMO foods, I'm not concerned at all.
Selected crops aren't labeled as such

There's a rather fundamental difference between selective breeding and
inserting genes from a different species. Corn that makes BT toxin in its
pollen, for instance. Not at all the same as Radiator Johnny crossing
tomato lines to get a bigger and tastier fruit to pay off his mortgage.

As I said, foods with unique components, especially components that
might cause a reaction should be labeled that way.

The wikipedia page on transgenic corn is "interesting".
After reading that, I don't think the issue of labeling is relevant.

Corn producing BT toxins doesn't sound safe at all.
I can't see any justification for allowing that trait into crops.

Actually, first line of defense for plants is chemical warfare.
Think about it.
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