Arguments Against The Use Of Genetically Modified Crops

The argument that I wish to refute will be, “Monsanto’s Reasons for Fighting GMO Labeling? It Loves You ” this is a persuasive argument that would like to bring in a younger uneducated audience in to believe that GMO labeling is bad. This cartoon was published on the humor section of planetsave.com. This means that this is little more than a brief chuckle at the argument and then disregarding it because it has not backing behind it. The author appears to be against GMO labeling because consumers will try to research what GMO is and use up resources and electricity. This will worsen pollution levels, and cause them to look deeper into the topic.

Genetic engineering is the deliberate modification of the characteristics of an organism by manipulating its genetic material, otherwise known as DNA. Since biochemists Stanley Cohen and Herbert Boyer pioneered genetic engineering in 1973, the process has grown to have numerous applications such as medicine production, for example insulin (Mckinley). However, a main topic of concern is the application of genetic engineering on foods that we eat everyday. By modifying the genetic "blueprint" of crops, it is possible to improve many aspects of agriculture. But with any sort of scientific discovery that allows humans to act as Mother Nature, genetically modifying organisms has been a very controversial topic. Yet our society continues to grow, and the need for the benefits of genetically modified foods continues to grow. Genetically modifying foods should be permitted in our society because it allows larger yields of crops to be produced, produces foods with higher nutritional values, and reduces our global ecological footprint.

Gmos can cause very irrevocably damage towards the environment. And they cause a huge risk of food-based allergies towards the humans. Gmos are also not fully tested to be eaten. The pollen spreads the pharmaceutical genes into the gmo foods supply. They have a lack of consumers due to the creation of ethical dilemma. There is a toxin that fights pest is the caused of the allergies to start. But, gmos affect the younger kids more quicker than older people. The AAEM suggest non-gmos diet for every patient.

Genetically modified crops are harmful to humans and the environment and shouldn't be used. Agriculture should proceed in harmony with nature and nature only. That is why some people have decided to buy organically grown food. From their experiences with organic food, they believe that the organic system can be economically practical. This system also provides a wide range of environmental and social benefits, and most importantly, it enables consumers to make a choice about the food they eat. According to Diana Brander, an American biology teacher, we should have the choice of the type of food we eat.

Should people be worried about genetically engineered food? Many people are starting to question what it is exactly that they are eating and how it could possibly harm them. Specifically, the harm that could befall them from GM food. A genetically modified organism is something that received one or more genes from another organism. There are three arguments that the people worried about GM food put on the table; those arguments being: GM food should be labeled, GM foods are not safe to eat, and GM crops won’t end world hunger and feed the whole world.

The pros into having a genetically modified system of foods to plant around the world is mainly said that it’s the best and safest way to improving agriculture and food production. Very tempting to the scientists and some farmers because of the hunger around the world that’s happening, which makes the pressure even greater for them. It sounds nice being able to hold the power of this technology which can solve America’s problem of world hunger and poverty, that’s what scientists wants us to accept. Another bonus to this GMO is that it states there is absolutely no studies showing that it has caused harm, so it’s safe and healthy to eat. There’s also no proof showing there has been such harm to this genetically modified organism. It is also

Do you find the labels on your favorite snacks to be helpful to most consumers? Many would answer this question yes, and argue that labels contain important information that all buyers should know for health or safety reasons. While this is true, this argument should not apply to GMO labeling. GMOs, of genetically modified organisms, are foods with altered genes from biotechnological techniques. They are used to help foods to be preserved, or prevent certain pests from eating or infecting them, or even to have other desired and beneficial traits. While many may disagree, including use of these GMOs on food labels is completely ineffective. They make GMOs appear to be foreign and dangerous. There are already organic foods for those who are suspicious of genetically altered foods that cause harm. These labels would also make buyers spend more money down the road. A bill to label GMOs would cause multiple issues for producers and buyers everywhere.

Genetically Modified Organisms, or GMOs, are foods that have been prepared through the gene-splicing techniques of biotechnology. Although GMOs have been all over the world for numerous years, it wasn’t till just lately that individuals have become more concerned with them. Though, countless industries and corporations that produce genetically modified organisms, like Monsanto, attempt to make believe that the foods they harvest are healthy and valuable for the environment; though that may be correct at first glimpse, numerous anti-GMO protestors are certain that these corporations trick people into believing corrupt information. In this essay, we will uncover the pros and cons of these foods and ultimately, come to the assumption that GMOs may have letdowns for

Is demanding a bill to pass, on the labeling of GMOs, an adequate, or a poor decision? First, before answering such question, we must look at both sides of the controversy. The side of people for the laws, argue that it would be an advantage for shopper, for they would be able to know if their food has been created with genetically modified organisms. However, the people against the labeling of genetically modified foods, stand for the point that there has never been an issue, and argue that this big uproar, is nothing but irrelevant.

It is the year of 2036 and there is a farmer tending to his corn in Belvidere, Illinois. The farmer’s name is William Goldstein and his wife, Mona, calls him inside for supper. William tells his wife that he is eternally grateful that the “pesticide resistant, sweet-corn” seeds he started using about 20 years ago gave him a much larger yield and in turn, allowed him to sell more of his corn. Farmer William begins to cry tears of joy that he was able to turn his originally unsuccessful farm, filled with worm infested, bitter corn, to a farm stocked with endless bounties of sweet, worm-free corn. The old farmer says that he is glad that Congress overturned the outlaw of GM seeds in the year 2016 because if they had not, he would have never had

"One of the most unscientific and dangerous statements made by biotech proponents is that millions of people in the US have been eating [genetically modified] food for a decade and no one has gotten sick" ("2007 Roulette"). Since the early 80s, there has been speculation on the safety of genetically modified foods, and to this day there is still no definitive answer. Genetically modified foods have many proponents who advocate their safety, but they have just as many critics who claim that genetically modified products are unsafe for human consumption. While there are some health risks associated with consuming genetically modified foods, there isn't enough research to defend the claim that all genetically engineered foods are harmful to

"The World Health Organization, the American Medical Association, the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, the British Royal Society, and every other respected organization that has examined the evidence has come to the same conclusion: Consuming foods containing ingredients derived from GM crops is no riskier than consuming the same foods containing ingredients from crop plants modified by conventional plant improvement techniques," according to the American Association for the Advancement of Science (Lallanilla). If all of these organizations feel that these products are just as safe as “organic” products, then that mean something. The fear of genetically modified organisms seems to be more emotional than factual. More of our natural resources are being saved due to the use of GM technology. More recently, the FDA has approved potatoes that are genetically modified to not bruise and apples that do not brown. These apples were created by decreasing the amount of the enzyme in them that causes them to brown or bruise. Tomatoes have been created antifreeze genes from coldwater fish that cause the tomatoes to resist frost and freezing temperatures (Lallanilla). Tomato prices can skyrocket in the winter months when the production of tomatoes is limited to only certain areas of the world. If these tomatoes were approved, these prices would go down and we would not have to worry about the lack of

Genetically Modified Organisms or GMO’s, refer to the plants or animals created through the gene splicing techniques of biotechnology. To clarify, the organisms are altered in their DNA to create an outcome. An unexpected example of this would be a watermelon which should be an all natural, healthy, plant. All Watermelon no matter the colour or size contain seeds. They are in most fruits yet, in grocery stores, you will find advertising for seedless watermelon. This is a GMO. It was altered as a seed so that when the seed became a plant and the plant bore fruit, the watermelon would be seedless. This is the topic that I chose to research about. The reason behind my curiosity in this topic is the controversy surrounding it and the strong opposing

Another popular concern is that GMOs contain toxic substances which is true. Some GMOs that have been made pesticide resistance actually do contain toxins but the good news is the toxin is made to only work on certain insects and does not have any affect on other animals, including humans.(Misconceptions About GMOs) One more misconception is that many people believe the grocery store is full of GMOs but there are actually only nine genetically modified crops you may find in stores: corn, cotton, alfalfa, soybeans, potatoes, canola, papaya, sugar beets, and squash.(Get to Know GMOs)

For thousands of years, humans have transformed their surroundings and neighboring organisms to suit their needs. The transformation first took place when humans spread seeds onto the earth to grow their own food, and continued when humans reached out to provide food and shelter to other animals in exchange for labor, companionship and sustenance. When early agriculture proved successful, the best and strongest animals and crops were chosen for the next generation. This was the dawn of genetic modification, and it is as old as agriculture itself.