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Feb 23, 2018 · February 23, 2018. Recently, Italian researchers published a review of studies concluding planting genetically modified (GM) maize (corn) over the past 20 years has increased the agricultural yield of this popular and important staple food. In this context, it is important to remember one of the most popular myths perpetuated about GM crops ...
Mar 2, 2023 · Insect-resistant corn. Herbicide-resistant sugar beets. Canola. Disease-resistant potatoes. Summer squash. Soybeans. Alfalfa. Papaya. Non-GMOs, on the other hand, are all other foods that have not had DNA of other organisms inserted — even if they have been bred with other plants (like cotton candy grapes).
Food scientists employ their knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, and engineering to investigate the properties of ingredients, assess the impact of processing methods, and enhance the overall quality of food products. Their role involves conducting experiments, analyzing data, and interpreting results to understand the chemical, physical, and ...
Answers to the Top 10 Questions About GMOs. The following are the Top 10 consumer questions and answers have about GMOs, based on Internet searches, traffic to the GMO Answers website, and in-person events. 1. Do GMOs Cause Cancer? No. There is no evidence that GM food causes cancer. Dr. Kevin Folta from the University of Florida states it simply.
Sep 28, 2012 · The study was designed to produce exactly what was observed," said Dr Bruce Chassy, professor emeritus of food science at the University of Illinois, who has worked as a consultant for GM ...
Aug 1, 2012 · All this makes potatoes a powerful symbol of biodiversity (and lack thereof) in the global food system. But to read this week’s news, it’s easy to wonder if we’ll ever learn our lesson ...
Feb 6, 2024 · A new wave in GMO foods. The push for nutrient-dense GMOs is a recent trend, says Kathleen Hefferon, a microbiologist at Cornell University. The first wave of GMOs were for staple crops that were ...
