New Breed of Herbicide-Resistant Superweed Detected
Posted by Ardent Editor on May 4th, 2010
Farmers in the United States are dealing with a new kind of danger: A new type of herbicide-resistant superweeds have spawned. Much like how heavy usage of antibiotics created strains of drug-resistant germs and bacteria, the continuous use of glyphosate, a type of weedkiller, has caused the creation of weeds that are immune to the poison.
Glyphosate, usually sold under the brand name Roundup, has been used by
Spotting Genetically-Modified Foods
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 30th, 2010
Let us go back to basics: How can you tell if the food you are eating is genetically modified? Chances are, you can never tell. Some GM foods, however, have subtle differences that can easily be spotted by the naked eye. For instance, broccolini is a genetically-modified crop consisting of broccoli infused with a gene from Chinese kelp, resulting in a broccoli with longer stems. Let this video created by the peop
US Government Refuse to Label GM Foods
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 29th, 2010
The United States Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration have released a position paper opposing a move to label genetically modified foods, claiming that letting consumers know whether or not food contains genetically-modified products is "false, misleading, or deceptive."
The policy prompted protests from different organic, environmental, food production, and public health groups. Th
The Potential Health Dangers of GM Foods
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 26th, 2010
Genetically modified foods, or GM foods, have its share of supporters and antagonists. While some farmers see GM crops as God-sent because of its resistance to flood, drought, and diseases, others are adamant in saying that genetically modified foods have adverse effects on health.
There are widely-circulated video clips that featured lectures from book author Jeffrey M. Smith, the man behind the book international
Report Suggests GM Crop Technology Require Proper Management
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 20th, 2010
A new report coming from the National Research Council provides a comprehensive assessment of how genetically modified crops may be affecting all US farmers. The report suggests that although GM crops provide a variety of benefits for the farmers, it might still require proper management in order to remain effective over time.
Many US farmers growing genetically engineered crops enjoy such benefits like lower produ
Philippine Province Plan to Amend Anti-GMO Law
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 8th, 2010
A province in Central Philippines has approved the first reading of a proposed ordinance that promotes sustainable agriculture and replace the ban on genetically-modified organisms.
Edgardo Acuña, one of the authors of the proposed ordinance and board member of Negros Occidental province, said the Provincial Committee on Laws and Ordinances will meet next week with members of the Committees on Agriculture
Study Shows Possible Long Distance Viability of GM Tree Pollen
Posted by Ardent Editor on April 7th, 2010
A recent study has shown that tree pollen may have the ability to travel or drift long distances and still be able to germinate. This may have implications US Department of Agriculture may approve the development of transgenic trees. The long distance viability of germination for tree pollen may pose a problem in trying to contain the spread of future genetically modified trees in the future if and when they get US
Tobacco Plant Engineered To Clean Up Environmental Toxin
Posted by Ardent Editor on March 17th, 2010
A team of scientists have genetically engineered a tobacco plant in order to effectively clean out toxins found in pond scum. This may someday provide another use for the plant known to cause diseases in people by way of cigarettes and smoking. Thanks to the researchers from the UK, the tobacco plant can be used to help clean up the environment by getting rid of toxins found in ponds.
Scientists from the University
Consumers Choose Environment-Friendly Local Apples Over GMO But..
Posted by Ardent Editor on February 22nd, 2010
Recent research conducted by economists at the University of Illinois and Augustana College suggested that more consumers would agree to paying more for locally grown apples as compared to genetically modified or GMO apples. But then, when GMO apples were described not as GMO but apples having "Reduced Environmental Impact", consumers began to prefer them over the former. The study demonstrated that produ
Study Shows How Superweeds Develop
Posted by Ardent Editor on January 27th, 2010
The use of genetically modified plants is gradually spreading despite the technology behind it has been showing some cracks. With the sole purpose of profiting now with uncaring disregard for possible consequences in the future, GM companies are widely advertising that its GM crop technology is safe and provide an essential good not only to farmers but also to ordinary consumers in general. But then the bad things