genetically modified foods

Explains how grains are grown, harvested, and processed, along with the controversy surrounding genetically modified crops, what effects grain farming has on the environment, and how they can choose grain-based foods that are healthy and responsibly produced.

"Explores the history of genetic modification and the development of scientific processes used to enhance what we eat. Potential benefits and dangers of genetically altered food are explored."--Publisher.

Debunks common myths about the safety and benefits of genetically modified crops and foods to humans and the environment, and offers citizens condensed and updated evidence of the danger of GMOs.

Examines the science and technology behind GMOs, or genetically modified organisms.

Explores questions surrounding how we prepare and eat our food. Discusses genetically modified foods, regulation of the food industry, benefits and concerns of food technology, and what to expect in the future.

Explores the field of genetically modified foods.

Explains the reactions of scientists, farmers, chefs, and medical doctors to the scientific changes in agriculture.

A collection of articles that discuss the controversy surrounding genetically modified foods.

Contains thirteen essays that provide varying perspectives on issues related to genetically engineered foods.

Examines the social and legal issues in the debate over gentically modified food, discussing uncertain science, public opposition, the concerns of farmes, damage to biodervisty, corporate monopolies and more.