Written by Steve Savage The mid to late 1800s was a very difficult time for the European wine grape industry. New pests associated with native North American grape species made their way to the Old World via transport between the…
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The Genetically Altered “Arctic Grape” Escapes Public Approval
Written by Kevin Folta We are currently witnessing the USDA public commentary period on the Arctic Apple, a transgenic apple that does not exhibit browning upon injury or cutting. The anti-browning trait was installed by scientists at Okanagan Specialty Fruits.…
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GMO Labeling And “The China Scenario”
Written by Steve Savage When asked, "Do you want foods that contain GMOs to be labeled?" most US consumers say, "Yes." To those unfamiliar with the food system, this sounds like a simple request. The reality is that GMO labeling…
Genetic Contamination May Not Mean What You Think It Means
Written by Steve Savage (This post originally appeared on Sustainablog on 8/1/11) In the debate about GMO crops, the "threat of genetic contamination" is often raised as a reason to reject the technology. Is this threat real? Does it justify acts…
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