Introduction What is a GMO? Genetically modified organisms
(GMO)- are engineered organisms or foods that are made in a lab to
obtain a desired trait. How are they made? GMOs (or genetically
modified organisms) are created by changing the genetic make-up of
a gene using biotechnology; scientists are able to manipulate the
organisms or food however they want (UF/IFAS Extension). They were
introduced to the market around the mid 90s 64 countries require
labeling (just label it.)
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Tomato VS. Tomato
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EFFECTS OF GM FOODS Are there possible effects of GM Foods?
Since these foods have only been in the market since the mid 90s
the long term effects are still unknown. According to FDA they are
safe and have know known side effects.
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COSTS OF LABELING University of Colorado Survey Food cost would
go up Why not buy organic food?
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MANDATORY VS VOLUNTARY LABELING Mandatory Labeling Leads to
more monitoring and regulations People who do not care about
labeling would be affected by spending more. BUT gives other people
the choice whether to buy GM food products or avoid them. Voluntary
Labeling Quite a few companies already are apart of voluntary
labeling, most avoid GM food products.
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What Do You Think?
Slide 8 . Marchant, Gary E., Guy A. Cardineau, and Thomas P.
Redick. Thwarting Consumer Choice the Case against Mandatory
Labeling for Genetically Modified Foods. Washington D.C.: AEI,
2010. Print Organic vs GMO. Appetite for Health. Smart Cookie
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Work Cited Bryne, P., D. Pendell, and G. Graff. "Labeling of
Genetically Modified Foods." Colorado State University Extension.
U.S. Department of Agriculture and Colorado counties cooperating,
n.d. Web. 2 Mar. 2015.. "GMO vs Organic Food." HyR BRIX Serious
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Thomas P. Redick. Thwarting Consumer Choice the Case against
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