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Monsanto’s Vistive Gold Soybean Oil Concerns Persist

Deniza Gertsberg — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:08:21 +0000

Monsanto's genetically modified soybeans to be used for cooking oil containing lower levels of saturated fats and higher levels monounsaturated fats were approved last year by U.S. regulators. Yet, while Monsanto prepares for product launch, important safety questions remain unanswered.

Saving National Wildlife Refuges From GMOs

Deniza Gertsberg — Fri, 04 May 2012 09:53:39 +0000

Did you know that United States permits the planting of genetically engineered crops in the nation's protected wildlife refuges? Environmental groups have challenged this practice one region at a time.

New Evidence Linking Systemic Pesticides To Bee Die Offs

Deniza Gertsberg — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:28:42 +0000

With even more scientific studies linking systemic pesticides to bee deaths, beekeepers and environmental organizations petition EPA to suspend clothianidin, a pesticide that got a free pass from registration requirements.

FDA Issues Voluntary Guidance To Stem Factory Farm Antibiotics

Deniza Gertsberg — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:08:21 +0000

The FDA took long-overdue steps towards curbing the overuse of antibiotics in farm animals aimed to preserve effectiveness of antibiotics. Unfortunately, the measures remain voluntary and industry compliance remains to be seen.

FDA Must Act on Subtherapeutic Antibiotic Use in Farm Animals

Deniza Gertsberg — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:21:21 +0000

Nearly 35 years ago, the Food and Drug Administration initiated proceedings to withdraw the approval of the subtherapeutic use of certain antibiotics in agricultural animals but it took a Court Order to force the agency to follow through.

Appeal Filed In GMO Patent Case Against Monsanto

Deniza Gertsberg — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:15:18 +0000

Organic and conventional family farmers, small and family-owned seed companies, and agricultural organizations recently filed an appeal in the case of OSGATA et al v. Monsanto, which was dismissed by a Federal Court in New York on February 24, 2012.

Controversy With The Doomsday Vault

Deniza Gertsberg — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:18:04 +0000

While the Doomsday Vault may have been founded on noble ideas, many critics fear that the lofty ideas may get lost in the complex agreements between the Vault and the depositors while permitting greater access to seeds by corporate breeders.

Organic Farmers Succeed Despite Federal Court Defeat

Deniza Gertsberg — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:52:40 +0000

The Federal District Court in New York dismissed the organic and conventional farmers' complaint against Monsanto. But despite the legal loss, the lawsuit leaves a beneficial legacy.

Myth of Independent Science Haunts Biotech Industry

Deniza Gertsberg — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:45:28 +0000

Think twice before believing GMO advocates who argue that genetically engineered foods are safe because they were approved by government agencies. New report from the Union of Concerned Scientists demonstrates the many ways in which corporations influence scientific and policy making processes.

GMO Labeling Fights Multiply Across U.S.

Deniza Gertsberg — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:45:56 +0000

There is a growing demand from consumers to know what is in their food. In response to this demand, sprouting across the nation are bills seeking to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients.