Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering of Food [from GlobalIssues.org] - A potentially useful technology, genetically engineered or modified food has been pushed through the US and increasingly around the world very quickly without enough time to test and reassure people that this is safe (and rushing it into the market could make it unsafe). Many scientists have raised concerns and corporate influence has been a major factor here...
Butterfly Mail - Free newsletters sent regularly, including newsletters on biotech news.
Campaign for Food Safety and Organic Consumers Action - For the labeling of genetically engineered or biotech or GMO or Novel food, and encouraging organic food and pesticide reduction. A clearinghouse for activists.
Campaign for Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods - Mandatory requirement that genetically engineered foods be labeled as such. Petition organized by Mothers for Natural Law (On Line or PDF petition)
Debunking Myths of Genetic Engineering in Crops - by E. Ann Clark, Dept. of Plant Agriculture, University of Guelph. "Proponents of genetic engineering have made many claims about the benefits of GE. How well do these claims stand up to independent scrutiny?"
Economic and Agricultural Trade 2000 - Dedicated to research, information sharing, and discussion on the economic viability of traditional farming methods, organic production, biotechnology, and other alternate approaches to commercial agriculture and food production.
Farming News (UK) - News of the many problems experienced where genetically modified crops are grown.
Genetically modified world: Anatomy of a food scare - From New Scientist: News and information about the British media storm over genetically modified food and crops. Opponents of genetically modified foods, debate over safety of genetically-modified foods, allergic responses to modified crops, dangers of genetically-modified foods, etc.
Genetix - From urban75, "one of the UK's busiest online magazines". Contains a HUGE list of contacts and links to further info.
Genetix Update - The UK Genetic Engineering Network (GEN) is an information sharing network for anyone actively campaigning against genetic engineering.
GM Food: Do you care enough to vote? - Summary of arguments both for and against GM food (yes - it's that rarity - a website with a balanced picture on GM!) and a chance to register an electronic vote. Results will be passed to the UK government's chief scientific adviser.
gm-info.org.uk - An anti-GM activist site sponsored by Corporate Watch.
Greenpeace's True Food Network - Up-to-date information from Greenpeace USA on genetically modified foods and actions you can take to make food safety a reality.
HungerStrike Central - Robert Cohen is going on a hunger strike starting on 11/7/99 to protest genetically engineered milk.
John Fagan Articles - Dr. Fagan went from receiving grants on genetic engineering, to refusing a major grant, to now speaking out against it. These are some of his professional papers.
Milk and the Cancer Connection - Comprehensive review of the link between cancer and milk from cows treated with bovine growth hormone at Victoria's 'Net-Active' Community.
Monsanto - Corporate information about Monsanto, a major producer of GM seeds, as well as educational material, news and a long list of links.
Mothers & Others for a Livable Planet - A national consumer education organization focusing on sustainable and healthy choices through a monthly newsletter, The Green Guide, and Shoppers' Campaigns -- on genetically engineered food, organic cotton, eco-apples and better food choices -- which mobilize consumers to make environmental change in the marketplace.
Myths About GMO - VegSource.com paper argues that Monsanto misleads the public with information they provide about genetically modified foods.
OneWorld Guide to Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering - Genetic engineering (GE) has exploded on to the world stage in the last few years. For its proponents it is the ultimate solution to feeding a growing world population and curing many of humankind's diseases. But for its critics it promises to be an environmental nightmare, as transgenic plants and animals escape into the wild and wreak havoc on natural ecosystems. Indepth articles and discussions on this new technology and the possible ramifications of it.
Quotations by scientists on the safety of GM foods - “There is an awful lot unknown about hazards of new [GM food] crops and until it is fully tested we should not be subjecting people to risks, least of all young children.”
Real Food Facts: Genetically Modified Food - A revolution is taking place: the introduction of genetically modified(GM) crops and food. There's no proof that it's safe to eat or safe for the environment.
SIRC - A page on GM food at the website of the Social Issues Research Centre.
Socio-Political Impact of Biotechnology in Developing Countries - Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development (NFSD): "food security in the developing countries must not come to depend on surpluses from the industrialised countries or, worse, food aid..." [WARNING: Novartis is a biotechnology company]
Synthetic Genetically-Engineered Bio-Tech Foods - Health and environmental risks with scientific findings. News and info about regulation, campaigns, biotech companies, US and WTO demands, diary, books, links, etc. "The biggest experiment in human history has begun, with us as the guinea pigs and the planets ecological system as the test site. The genetech industry wants it all kept quiet..."
The Center for Food and Agricultural Research - The Center for Food and Agricultural Research (CFFAR) is a public policy and research coalition dedicated to exploring and understanding health, safety, and sustainability issues associated with food and fiber production.
What Are Genetically Modified Foods and Crops? - Article from alternativeparenting.com, that provides an indept definition of what genetically modified foods and crops are and addresses safety considerations.
Wholesome Goodness Productions - Links, resources and videos about industrial agriculture, biotechnology and sustainable alternatives.
Women say No to GMO. - "It is Women who have driven the gmo debate by refusing to buy genetically modified food. Women say NO to GMO is our chance to become more visible, more vocal and more powerful" Joan Ruddock MP. Sign our petition now...