Gmo myths busted booklet

The authors are michael antoniou, claire robinson, and. Its used by wheat farmers, rice farmers, christmas tree farmers. To clear the confusion, weve debunked four of the most common myths. Dow, bayer, dupont and the other gmo biotech giants make a lot of money from gmos genetically modified organisms and they spend a lot of money on propaganda. Heres a look at 7 of the myths trying to end the gmo just crops conversation.

Monsanto mouthpieces have been quoted time, time, and time again stating the untruth that genetically modified organisms have never been proven to harm people. Gmo myths and truths offers a onestop resource for the public, campaigners, policymakers, and scientists opposing the gmo industrys attempts to control our food supply and shut down scientific and public debate. The second edition of gmo myths and truths, coauthored by genetic engineers dr john fagan and dr michael antoniou and researcher claire robinson, was released on 19 may 2014 as a free online download by the sustainability and science policy platform earth open source. Nongmo not necessarily organic, and other gmo myths busted. Check out corbettreport for more truly great journalism. Ota by maggie hennessy 19jun2014 last updated on 20jun2014 at 14. We need gmo rice, genetically modified with vitamin a to prevent blindness in poor countries.

Gmo labeling will create a patchwork quilt of state laws. Monsanto, dow, bayer, dupont and the other biotech giants have made gmos into a multibillion dollar industry and unsurprisingly have launched one of the largest pr campaigns in the history of the. It is one reason i have stayed away from the topic in this blog. Executive summary genetically modified gm crops are promoted on the basis of a range of farreaching claims from the gm crop industry and its supporters. Alliance for science operating globally cornell university b75 mann library ithaca, ny 14850 donate. Gmo myths and truths 3 about the authors michael antoniou, phd is reader in molecular genetics and head, gene expression and therapy group, kings college london school of medicine, london, uk. The widespread adoption of gmo corn and soybeans has led to increased use of glyphosate, a.

The evidence presented points to many hazards, risks, and limitations of genetic engineering technology. Here are five more with the help of the corbett report. Last month, with the help of a video guide, there were five of the more popular gmo lines debunked. The allergy risk could be nipped in the bud by such safety testing, which is why the american medical association, among others, has called for mandatory premarket safety. Well explore five common myths and facts about gmos. There have been plenty of misconceptions on the web regarding gmos. Jonathan latham, crop geneticist and founder of the bioscience resource project, calls golden.

Ten commonly forwarded myths or ideologies about geneticallymodified foods and the truth about their impact on the planet. One of the most common techniques used by antibiotech campaigners is the circulation of top 10 type lists. To date, there have been no epidemiological studies investigating potential effects of gmo food on. Other topics submitted by ctulbs words 78055 pages 3. Debunking the health claims of genetically modified foods. Frompovich, 2015 worldwide, 8 gmo crops have been approved for commercial production. It conjures up images of scientists doing frankensteiny things. They would also like to thank the many scientists and experts who contributed to the gmo myths and truths report, as well as the scientists, policymakers, campaigners, and members of the public who have read it and put the information to use. Were hoping it will bust some of the myths being circulated by labeling. The four major crops that account for virtually all of the biotech output are soy. Amazingly, in spite of the millions of dollars spent on ads, bribery of congressmen. This book encourages readers to unthink more than 100 facts that they took as truth and dispels ageold truisms, such as george washingtons wooden teeth, the fivesecond rule, and the full moons effects on human behavior.

Instead, all gmo foods are assumed to be safe unless there is already evidence to the contrary. Gmo myths and truths 2 gmo myths and truths an evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and e. The web has become a sewer channeling scare mongering about crop biotechnology. Agricultural biotechnology has been subjected to a massive disinformation campaign that has given rise to numerous myths. The authors of gmo myths and truths are not alone in doubting the safety of gmos. The 10 gmo myths that monsanto wants you to believe true. Antibiotech activists persist in charging gmo crops genetically modified organisms with just about every crime against humanity, ethics, and science. Some myths take on a life of their own after they are repeated over and over and over.

A citizens guide to the evidence on the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops and foods, 3rd edition, by claire robinson mphil, michael antoniou phd and john fagan phd many who defend the use of gmo crops and foods claim that there is no evidence that any gmo is harmful to health or the environment. Gmo myths and truths organic consumers association. Its easy to become confused with the fearmongering and misinformation. The video bellow breaks down all the myths and tells the truth that everyone should know before buying another gm product. But the recent npr blog, top five myths of genetically modified seeds, busted, is from science journalist dan charles. Were hoping it will bust some of the myths being circulated by. Unwary consumers never actually got sick from eating those soybeans. Dec 01, 2015 like many controversial subjects, genetically modified organisms gmos are plagued by a number of wildly popularized myths. No, theyll germinate and grow just like any other plant. May 16, 2016 as the deadline nears for companies to comply with vermonts gmo labeling, big food and big ag lobbyists are making increasingly desperate claims about the impact of mandatory labeling of foods with genetically modified ingredients. No one has ever proven that gmos are harmful to people.

Gmo crops pose a health risk to people with allergies. Gmo myths understand the truth about gmo plants garden myths. Fighting gmo corporate propaganda the five big myths busted. Gmo myths and truths download a pdf of the gmo myths and. Top five myths of genetically modified seeds, busted. Gmo proponents point to approval from independent scientific organizations such as the national research council, which concluded in 2010 that gmos actually have fewer adverse effects upon the environment than ordinary crops grown with pesticides, and the world health organization, whose web site states that studies on genetically engineered. Apr 29, 2015 the second edition of gmo myths and truths, coauthored by genetic engineers dr john fagan and dr michael antoniou and researcher claire robinson is a free online download by the sustainability and science policy platform earth open source. Tomorrow, the national academy of sciences will release a report on gmo crops. As the deadline nears for companies to comply with vermonts gmo labeling, big food and big ag lobbyists are making increasingly desperate claims about the impact of mandatory labeling of foods with genetically modified ingredients. This is one of the most disingenuous pieces of the gmo pr campaign. Sheldon krimsky, phd, professor, tufts university, usa. Cisgenesis is a safe form of gm because no foreign genes are involved.

Here are some of the most common myths that monsanto and friends would like you to believe about the wonderful world of gmos. An evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops. Is it true that no longterms studies have been done on gmos. The shoppers guide to pesticides in produce from the environmental working group helps you avoid the fruits and vegetables which have the most pesticide residues and determine the most important items to buy organic.

Antigmo myth bustedwere not losing plant genetic diversity after. Fighting gmo corporate propaganda the real food channel. Oct 05, 2015 creating a non gmo certification program at the u. There is no scientific consensus on the safety of gmos. Gmo myths and truths february, 2017 questions about epamonsanto collusion raised in cancer lawsuits by carey gillam, huffington post. We dont sell any roundup ready crops in europe but still plenty of roundup.

Gmo myths and truths updated, condensed, and available as. This idea presumably has its roots in a real genetic modification dubbed the terminator gene by anti. Jul 24, 20 the web has become a sewer channeling scare mongering about crop biotechnology. According to a 2015 statement signed by 300 scientists, physicians and scholars, the claim of scientific consensus on gmos frequently repeated in the media is an artificial construct that has been falsely perpetuated. The second edition of gmo myths and truths, coauthored by genetic engineers dr john fagan and dr michael antoniou and researcher claire robinson is a free online download by the sustainability and science policy platform earth open source.

Gmo myths and truths is a scientifically correct, honest, and accessible discussion of molecular biotechnology that demonstrates why corporate claims about the inherent safety of gmos and their centrality in reducing world hunger are utter nonsense. It may be an antigmo activist debunking myths like gmos can help feed the world or a progmo activist debunking myths like gmos cant help feed the world. Claims have been circulated that gmo crops somehow harm bees, but this is one of the myths about gmos that have been refuted by the mainstream scientific community. National geographic kids myths busted just when you. This book encourages readers to unthink more than 100 facts that they took as truth and dispels ageold truisms, such as george washingtons wooden teeth, the fivesecond rule, and the full moons effects on. An evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops 2nd edition genetically modified gm crops are promoted on the basis of a range of farreaching claims from the gm crop industry and its supporters. National geographic kids myths busted just when you thought. Gmo myths understand the truth about gmo plants garden. Although monsanto is the company drawing nearly 100% of the flak from antibiotech activists and is probably the only genetic engineering company known to most people, its actually only one of. Gmo myths and truths summarizes the facts on the safety and efficacy of gm crops and foods in terms that are accessible to the nonscientist but still relevant to scientists, policymakers and educators. Gmo myths and truths 2 gmo myths and truths an evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops and foods john fagan, phd michael antoniou, phd claire robinson, mphil 2nd edition, version 1. The second edition follows the publication two years ago of the first. Get gmo facts and learn some popular myths and misconceptions here.

It is often claimed that the case against genetically modified gm crops and foods is based on emotion, not science, and that to oppose gm crop and food. Like many controversial subjects, genetically modified organisms gmos are plagued by a number of wildly popularized myths. Download a pdf of the gmo myths and truths report fill out and submit the form below and receive a link to download gmo myths and truths 2nd edition. The main point is that genetic engineering is totally different from natural breeding methods. Instead of discussing the topic in detail, i will present a number of gmo myths and if the reader is interested in more detail they can look at the references. In reality, the fda doesnt even test the safety of gmo crops. If you have formed an opinion on gmos based what you have read on popular web sites and in newspapers, you have probably reached the wrong conclusion. Legislation passed by the house would block state gmo labeling laws and make it virtually impossible for the food and drug administration to ever craft a national gmo labeling system myth 1. Gmos are not believed to have any impact on honey bee populations.

One of the most common techniques used by antibiotech campaigners is. This idea presumably has its roots in a real genetic. Antigmo activists and even some science publications claim gmos are accelerating the trend toward a drastic loss in biodiversity. I highly recommend you download this free document and educate yourself on the truth about genetically. This 2nd edition 2014 document is prepared by the preeminent researchers and scientists john fagan, phd, michael antoniou, phd and claire robinson, mphil. A 2008 world food bank report concluded that increased biofuel production is the major cause of the increase in food prices. Gmo is a laboratorybased technique where a foreign gene is inserted into the dna of the plant. An evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops and foods. Gmos involve unpredictable technology the name genetically modified organism may go down as the worst marketing decision of all time its accurate, but understandably freaks people out. Gmo myths and truths an evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops michael antoniou claire robinson john fagan june 2012 gmo myths and truths. Vibrant health empowering others to achieve vibrant. Gmo myths and truths an evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops michael antoniou claire robinson john fagan june 2012 gmo myths and truths an evidencebased examination of the claims made for the safety and efficacy of genetically modified crops. A comprehensive 2009 report by the union of concerned scientists demonstrated that gmo soybean and corn produced no increase in intrinsic yield over conventional soybean and corn.

It is often claimed that the case against genetically modified gm crops and foods is based on emotion, not science, and that to oppose gm. If you are a human and are seeing this field, please leave it blank. The sudden and widespread disappearances of adult honey bees from hives, termed colony collapse disorder ccd, became a national concern more than 10 years ago. Oct 26, 2012 it may be an antigmo activist debunking myths like gmos can help feed the world or a progmo activist debunking myths like gmos cant help feed the world. Gmo cassava, or a gm virusresistant sweet potato or edible vaccines, followed for years by no such realities in the fields, to see the successes of the biotech industrys deception. Sep 28, 20 last month, with the help of a video guide, there were five of the more popular gmo lines debunked. Sep 29, 2014 there have been plenty of misconceptions on the web regarding gmos. Thats because the researchers discovered the dangerous effect during the development process and ultimately abandoned that particular gmo source. Contrary to what the biotech giants say on their industrysponsored websites, gmo crops do not produce greater yields. Based on the evidence presented in this report, there is no need to take risks with gm.