GM Foods in the News

Current developments and public discussions around genetically modified foods in society. Articles cover manufacturer activities, consumer choices, farming pressures and regulatory changes.

Learning More About GM Foods

GM foods attract hype and bias, but credible sources like the WHO and critical newspaper reading can help you understand what's actually true.

Major GM Foods Manufacturers

Bayer and Monsanto dominate the GM seeds market, with a history that spans biotechnology breakthroughs and significant controversy.

New GM Food Blocks

The US may block foreign GM food imports for the first time, reversing its long history of supporting genetically modified crops.

Pressures of GM Farming: Suicide Myths

Indian farmer suicides linked to GM cotton are largely a myth, with data showing suicide rates actually fell after GM crops were introduced.

The Drugs in GM Foods

Genetically modified rice containing human genes has been approved to produce anti-diarrhoeal drugs, raising concerns about contamination of the food supply.

What Choices Does the Counsumer Have?

Consumers want more say in what they eat, from GM food labelling to holding authorities accountable for food safety decisions.