Excerpt
Humans have been modifying crops to suit their purposes for
thousands of years. Recent scientific developments, however, have taken
crop modification to a new level. Breakthroughs in gene research have
allowed agricultural companies to alter the DNA makeup of a wide
variety of common plants. A field sowed with genetically modified seeds
will produce a larger harvest, increasing profits for the producer and
eventually reducing costs for consumers. Despite these potential
benefits, some have raised objections to the spread of genetically
modified crops, arguing that their use could have unintended and
potentially d…
In This Issue
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Foreword
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Genetically Modified Organisms
Production, Regulation, and Marketing
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World Trade Organization Dispute
Background and Perspectives
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Biotechnology Timeline
Chronology of Events
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Issues for Debate
Risks and Benefits of Genetically Modified Organisms
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Pro & Con
Does the European Union's Policy on Genetically Modified Foods Violate World Trade Organization Agreements?