Three of the most significant core issues involving biotechnology are consumer health and safety, future protection of earth's natural environment, and how the government (particularly in the United States) has stepped in and begun to play a defining role in the genetic modification of agriculture. ... These health hazards have scared the public into initiating reforms through activism, as seen with Greenpeace. In turn, activists have turned to the government as a safeguard against future health threats caused by biologically altered foods. ... This applies to the seven key envi...

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Besides, GM crops are able to withstand harsh environments. ... But GM technology is giving hope to developing countries, where many people think biotechnology can offer improved nutrition, health and prosperity. ... Since GM technology is so new and so poorly understood, GM food could have unpredictable effects on the environment and on our health. ... This has sparked fears of new plagues caused by resistance genes getting into the environment. ... Consumers must be convinced that GM foods are safe and beneficial to human health and to the environment as well...

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Herbicide resistant crops can also be made with gene technology, so farmers are able to spray a more effective form of herbicide and use less of it which is better for the environment. ... GM crops will be much kinder to the environment, because it can be made to use less water and fertilizers. THINGS AGIANST GMF GMF critics say that releasing genetically modified material into the environment has huge risks. ... Critics say that there might be health risks or rapid uncontrolled breeding but if it is introduced there would be strict controlling of what they do. If the go...

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At the same time, GM food also have an effect on the environment .Intensive agriculture has already led to a significant decline in farmland plants, insects and birds, "although the specific role of herbicides on this process was less clear," the report says. ... Transfer of genes from engineered crops to weeds could produce problem plants into the environment, the report says. ... The attainment of these benefits is being driven by a rapidly expanding base of scientific innovation, generation of wealth by creation of new products, reduction in production costs and an increase in yield of com...

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Genetically modified (GM) food should be banned in North America since it jeopardizes humans' health, its process upsets of the ecological balance, and its production violates the Mother Nature. ... Genetically modified foods potentially threats mankind's health. ... Furthermore, Greenpeace points out that there is a deficient in studies on the long-term effects of the genetically fixed foods on humans' health. ... During the progression of genetically fixing foods, a genetically fixed crops or animal may unintentionally leak the genetic material to the environment, or carry...

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This reduces costs, increases productivity, and cuts down on the negative impact pesticides have on the environment. ... Many scientists are appalled by the environmental and health risks that the genetically engineered foods could pose. ... Genetically engineered foods can also affect the environment through chemical dependence. ... Superweeds are another product of genetically engineered crops that threaten the environment. ... The immediate concerns for consumers are the health risks and safety of genetically engineered foods. ...

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This advancement in the medical field impacted the health and well-being of the entire world. ... There is also worry about negative effects it can have on the environment, but using less resources for a greater yield means that we can put more of our resources like water, energy, land, labor, etc., to better use. ... There has been much debate regarding whether or not genetic engineering is harmful to the environment. ... Due to the fact that genetically engineered foods have only been around since 1994, it cannot be certain if it is or is not harmful to the environment. ... First it has to b...

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The consequences of releasing transgenic crop plants into the environment may have an impact on the environment in a number of different ways. ... Genetically-modified foods have the potential to solve many of the world's hunger and malnutrition problems, and to help protect and preserve the environment by increasing yield and reducing reliance upon chemical pesticides and herbicides. ... However, we must proceed with caution to avoid causing unintended harm to human health and the environment as a result of our enthusiasm for this powerful technology. ...

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There are many issues concerning this topic such as labeling, long term health effects, the environment and economics. ... Issues such as health, the environment and ethical values are just some of the many reasons as to why so much attention is being placed on GE foods. ... Through the continuing advancements in technology, science, peoples diets, new allergens and, other food hazards there is a continuing need for renewal to diminish risks both to the public health and economies. ... With the many issues surrounding this technology, such as labeling, long-term health effects, and genetic ...

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There are a few different concerns around health issues in light of this new technology. ... Many of the arguments I have read lead me to believe there is presently no real threat that gm foods have on human health. ... Many plants naturally contain toxic material for a defense against predators such as animals, insects and other plants in their environment. ... With this in consideration there has been no documented evidence of any significant health issues related to gm foods. According to the World Health Organization all GM crops currently cultivated have been evaluated for safety and "...

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People do not want to eat food that has been treated with pesticides because of potential health hazards, and run off from pesticides can poison water supplies causing harm to the environment. ... This is very time consuming because they must be careful not to harm the plant or the environment. ... In their opinion GM food fall into three categories: environmental hazards, human health risks, and economic concerns. ... Next, health risks are a major concern to those who do not advocate Genetically Modified foods. ... However, on the whole scientists believe that GM foods do not present a ris...

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The major concerns, however, involve the effects on the environment and on human health. ... More importantly, GM foods could threaten human health, as very few studies have been conducted to determine the long-term effects of human consumption. ... Although GM foods could bring some benefits, I strongly believe that the possible dangers especially to the consumer and the environment greatly outweigh the benefits. ... Consumers usually frown on food that has been treated with pesticides because of potential health hazards. Additionally, the run-off of from excessive use of pesticides and f...

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Most concerns about GM foods fall into three categories, environmental hazards, health risks, and economic concerns. ... There are not too many health risks except some people may be allergic to the foods and most of all the unknown affects of the GM foods. ... Genetically-modified foods have the potential to solve many of the world's hunger and malnutrition problems, and to help protect and preserve the environment by increasing yield and reducing reliance upon chemical pesticides and herbicides. ... However, we must proceed with caution to avoid causing unintended harm to human health...

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Many people are wary of genetically modified foods as they pose as threats to our natural environment and habitat for many species of life. ... With the extinction of species this may affect the biodiversity of certain habitats and environments. ... The organizations whose primary concern is the environment include groups such as OGTR (The Office of the Gene Technology Regulator), GMAC (Genetic Manipulation Advisory Committee), EA (Environment Australia), ERMA (Environmental Risk Management Authority) and MFE (Ministry for the Environment). These organizations main concern is for that of ...

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Genetic manipulations can result in unanticipated harmful effects, and because genetically engineered foods are not tested sufficiently, this experiment not only jeopardizes the health of individuals, but could also lead to global food shortages and extensive ecological hazards. Due to genetically modified food's unique and unknown nature, there is potential for adverse health side effects. ... An example of a possible health detrimental effect is resistance to widely used antibiotics. ... Once a genetically modified organism has been released into the environment it can reproduce,...

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Unlike chemicals that are released into the environment, GMOs are living beings that will reproduce and spread uncontrollably, with no possibility of containment or clean-up. ... These herbicide tolerant crops will likely lead to more pesticides in our food, drinking water, and the environment. ... There is an overwhelming amount of scholarly articles and information concerning the effects of genetic engineering on the environment, specifically the negative. ... Many field tests ensure that the products follow legislation and guidelines however many do not look into wider and longer term eff...

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Genetically modified crops are also being adapted to grow in salty, dry or frosty environments, contain edible vaccines, have a longer shelf life and be more nutritious. ... Concerns about GM foods fall into three categories: economics, environmental hazards and human health risks. ... Likewise, the unknown effect of foreign genes introduced into GM food crops in terms of human health also presents a controversial issue. ...

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Many things impact our environment today such as, global warming, loss of biodiversity, and the rapid population growth. ... As of right now China has 20-25% of the population but only 1.4% of the world's productive farmland for functional crop growth (Pocket K No. 4: GM Crops and the Environment). ... Using the Bt gene in china reduced 78,000 tons of pesticides in 2001("Pocket K No. 4: GM Crops and the Environment). ... With the technology of genetically modified crops, we were able to reduce pesticides by 46.4 million pounds in 2003 (Pocket K No. 4: GM Crops and the Environment). People...

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It has been said that all genetically engineered foods are toxic and that all genetically engineered organisms proliferate the environment but this is not true. ... Scientists believe that genetically engineered organisms could potentially impact both human health and the environment. ... Most of the potential harmful effects on human health that scientists believe may be caused by genetically engineered organisms are associated with the growth and consumption of genetically engineered crops. ...

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Other consequences that have nothing to do with the human health are super plagues and super weeds. ... Although a majority of academic and industrial sciencetists agree that transgenic crops pose no risk for the environment or human health, some others believed that certain applications of modern plant biotechnology are hazard (). ...

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Genetic codes are the determining factor of appearance, personality, health and aging so quality of life and general health could be improved. ... Everyone is entitled to their own opinion; the problem here is that when genetically engineered organisms are released into the environment, they put us all at risk, not just their creators. ...

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Taking initiative to establish credibility and a convincing argument, Rauch seizes the opportunity eradicate any intermediaries by directly interacting with farmers and scientists who have successfully utilized transgenic crops to improve total average yields and significantly reduce negative impacts on the environment. ... Rauch employs the example of the transgenic tomato combined with the commentary of Alex Avery to emphasize the potential impact that biotechnology can have on the environment that regular crops could never achieve such as reclaiming infertile, salt stricken soil (5). ... Th...

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This could happen if mutant viruses, or bacteria, or fish or reptiles are released into the general environment. ... If it all comes to be, America 2023 will offer a more diverse society, increased corporate profits, better career opportunities and improved health care. ...

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