genetically modified foods

A collection of articles and essays that explore the controversy surrounding the production and distribution of genetically modified crops and foods.

Examines how recent developments in genetic engineering are affecting every aspect of human life, including politics, health, culture, and happiness.

Explains how Monsanto, a chemical company, used three young scientists to create bioengineered plants in order to make more money, and discusses the negative effects their greed will have on the world's food supply.

Describes how genetically engineered food is developed, produced, and marketed, and presents both sides of the argument regarding whether or not such food is harmful.

Explains the science behind genetically engineered foods, discussing how new crops are developed by breeding and by genetic engineering, and examining the debate over whether genetically engineered foods are safe for humans.

Contains thirteen essays in which the authors provide varying perspectives on the issue of genetically engineered foods, discussing their potential benefits and dangers.

Readers will learn about steps they can take to know where the food they eat comes from, how to support locally grown fruit and vegetables, how to read labels, and how to safely handle their produce once it is in their home.

Details developments pertaining to genetic modification of food, including where the research is taking place and how it affects agriculture and the consumer.

Presents differing viewpoints on the issues of genetically engineered foods.

Examines the debate over genetically modified food, seeking to uncover the truth behind the promises made by biotech corporations, as well as the warnings issued by anticorporate ecologists who fear the effects of transgenics.