Posted August 7, 2020
Impossible Foods should really be called Impossible Patents. It’s not food; it’s software, intellectual property — 14 patents, in fact, in each bite of Impossible Burger with over 100 additional patents pending for animal proxies from chicken to fish. It’s iFood, the next killer app. Just download your flavor. This is likely the appeal for Bill Gates, their über investor. Read more.
Get Informed on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
New Billboard Warning of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Posted July 24, 2020
Today a large billboard warns residents and visitors “Genetically Modified Mosquitoes to be released in the Keys.” The South-bound traffic facing sign, located at mile marker 94, reflects the growing opposition to the pending decision about the release of millions of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes (GMMs) in Monroe County, Florida. Read more.
Florida Keys Delays Vote on Release of 750 million GM Mosquitoes after Public Outcry
Posted July 24, 2020
The Florida Keys Mosquito Control District (FKMCD) today delayed its vote on the proposed release of genetically engineered (GE) mosquitoes due to concerns over COVID-19. The decision to delay the vote follows public outcry and scientific dispute over the risks posed to public health and the environment by this experimental release. The approval would have permitted the British company Oxitec to release 750 million GE mosquitoes over a two-year period in Monroe County, Florida, starting as soon as this summer. Read more.
Tell News Stations to Cover the Potential Release of Experimental GMO Mosquitoes in Florida
Posted July 17, 2020
Tell news stations to cover the potential release of experimental GMO mosquitoes in Florida!
Once again, Oxitec has failed to adequately respond to our health and safety concerns about GMO mosquitoes. With no human health or environmental impact studies, it’s still full speed ahead. Read more.
Genetically Engineered Microorganisms on the Rise
Posted July 17, 2020
The number of projects aiming to genetically engineer microorganisms has increased strongly in recent years. More effective techniques of analysis and re-synthesis of gene sequences can now be used as starting point for seeking new markets for ‘SynBio’ organisms. Projects include microorganisms which, for example, colonise the gut of humans or bees, live on the surface or inside plants or are abundant in soils. In addition, there is further ongoing research into viruses, bacteria or microbial fungi known as pathogens, which can be developed for use in vaccines, pesticides or for the military. The risks are especially relevant if SynBio microorganisms are allowed to spread without sufficient control. Read more.
Bayer Backs Away from Plan to Contain Future Roundup Cancer Claims
Posted July 17, 2020
Several members of the lead law firms who won the three Roundup cancer trials oppose the proposed class action settlement plan, saying it would deprive future plaintiffs of their rights while enriching those other lawyers who have not previously been at the forefront of the Roundup litigation. Read more.
‘Indirect’ Genetic Engineering of Honey Bees
Posted July 17, 2020
US researchers have filed an application for a patent covering genetically engineered bacteria, including the bees that have the microbes in their gut. According to the patent application, the bacteria can produce molecules which interfere with gene regulation across species boundaries. That way the honey bees are ‘indirectly’ genetically engineered. These molecules are, for example, intended to target bee behaviour and thus enhance pollination effectiveness. Other purposes are to kill parasites, such as Varroa mites or rapid degradation of pesticides to which the bees are exposed. Read more.
NO to Genetic Engineering in Our Forests!
Posted July 10, 2020
Researchers want USDA approval to plant genetically engineered trees in our forests. This would unleash a massive, irreversible experiment with unforeseeable consequences for decades or even centuries. REJECT GE trees! Read more.
Big Agriculture Obtains a Permanent Injunction Preventing the State of California from Requiring a Cancer Warning Label on Glyphosate Products sold within the State
Posted June 24, 2020
In the case of National Association of Wheat Growers, et al. v. Zeise, et al., filed by several large agricultural associations in the United States District Court, Eastern District of California, to prevent the State of California from requiring under its Proposition 65 a cancer warning on all glyphosate herbicides and other glyphosate products. Read more.
‘We’ve Got it Everywhere’: Dicamba Damaging Trees Across Midwest and South
Posted June 24, 2020
In recent years, farmers have been spraying an increasing amount of volatile herbicides – namely dicamba and 2,4-D – that are causing widespread damage to trees, native plants and natural areas across the Midwest and South. Read more.
