Tag: Genetically Engineered Foods
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Worldwide Honey Bee Collapse: A Lesson in Ecology
We know what is killing the bees. Worldwide Bee Colony Collapse is not as big a mystery as the chemical companies claim. The systemic nature of the problem makes it complex, but not impenetrable. Scientists know that bees are dying from …
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Appeals Court Binds Monsanto to Promise Not to Sue Organic Farmers
The Organic Seed plaintiffs’ complaint detailed Monsanto’s abusive business and litigation tactics that have put several farmers and independent seed companies out of business. They also detailed …
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Colbert Weighs in on Genetically Engineered Wheat Controversy
Watch as Stephen Colbert uses his all-American tongue-in-cheek intellect to bring attention to the genetically engineered Roundup Ready wheat controversy that resulted in cancelled international trade deals and potential fines for agribusiness biotech …
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We’re Being Watched: How Corporations and Law Enforcement Are Spying on Environmentalists
Since 9/11, accusations of eco-terrorism have proliferated and a number of individuals and groups have been prosecuted under new laws, which have profoundly impacted the radical environmental movement …
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Connecticut Makes History as First State to Pass GE Food Labeling Law
Of course, to get any bill difficult bill passed, compromises must be made along the way. While the labeling provisions of the bill are strong, unfortunately, legislators added a “trigger clause,” which requires that four other states in the northeast region enact similar bills before the law takes effect in Connecticut.