GMOs stand for Genetically Modified Organisms. This means altering an organism in a way that does not occur through mating or some other natural means. For example, Monsanto developed their patented insecticide-producing “Bt corn” this way: the insecticide is actually produced inside the plant, so it is impossible to wash it off. This is accomplished by inserting genes from the bacteria Bacillus Thuringiensis into the corn. In addition, industrial agricultural monopolies like Bayer/Monsanto manufacture toxic pesticides that are used on the GMO crops (Bayer/Monsanto is now facing 42,000 lawsuits worldwide over its Roundup herbicide).
There are a multitude of peer reviewed scientific studies published by respected universities and medical bodies linking genetically modified organisms to illnesses such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, severe food allergies, and developmental disorders. Why have these studies been ignored for the ones with more “industry friendly” results? Here’s an example of how the government to a large degree, was bought by GMO companies. This is Monsanto’s employees and government revolving door during some recent US presidential administrations.
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GMO’s and Science: Scientists are reporting suppression of scientific data and are calling for a law mandating transparency of study results.
Here’s information on the three types of GMO: Direct genetic engineering, Gene Editing (CRISPR), and Mutation Breeding with irradiation.
Monsanto/Bayer was recently caught paying academics and “buying” fake scientific studies that say their Roundup pesticide and GMO’s are safe.
According to USDA, GMO’s have led to a drastic increase in herbicides and pesticides
Canadian law firm is spearheading a $500 million class-action lawsuit against Bayer/Monsanto for manufacturing Roundup. Bayer/Monsanto is currently facing 42,000 lawsuits worldwide over Roundup causing cancer.
The Monsanto Papers: A law firm has just released a TON of Monsanto’s secret emails and documents showing how they suppressed scientific data and paid an army of online trolls to lie for them.
GMO creator wants his GMO potatoes taken off the market, citing health risks and false scientific data
The Famous Séralini Study: Gilles-Éric Séralini published a study on the effects of GMO corn and Roundup that is considered to be one of the most detailed and thorough studies ever done on a GMO “food” and its associated pesticide. He was attacked for it.
Pollen emitted from GMO corn proven to kill Monarch butterfly larvae.
New York Times releases extensive study showing GMO’s have not increased crop yields or lowered use of pesticides
The argument that without GMO’s the world can’t feed itself is Not True. Organic farming is superior to industrial agriculture according to 30 year comparative study.
Only Buy Certified Organic Products- Class Action Lawsuits show Non-GMO-labeled foods contain Bayer/Monsanto’s Roundup
Seed Patents Are Fascist
Why Vertical Farms and Hydroponic Crops Should Be Boycotted
Studies show genetically edited farm animals pose health risks. This is an inhumane and unsafe activity that must be banned.
GMO salmon is unsafe for consumption and poses serious environmental risks.
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