Genetically modified foods (or GM foods) are foods produced from organisms that have had specific changes introduced into their DNA using the methods of genetic engineering. Canada is the third largest producer of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the world. It is one of the largest producers of GM canola oil and other GM crops include maize, soybean, and beet. In Canada, GMOs used either as food or animal feed must be approved before entering the market. The approval process is based on numerous regulations that are enforced by Health Canada for foods, the Canadian Food…
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@9V9M4HC7mos7MO
Yes, but I also think it is important to protect non-gmo crops and food so they do not become extinct due to genetic engineering.
@9JLF2GL1yr1Y
require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified and HEAVALY AND I MEAN HEAVALY REGULATED
@9GNXXXT1yr1Y
Ideally yes, but create a board to approve or disapprove projects based on how they might impact different species, and the local environment and natural resources.
I don't support it but (1) all GMO and irradiated foods should be labeled as such and (2) patented seeds only retain protection on the farm that uses them. If the wind blows pollen from a GMO crop to an adjacent site and causes that crop to become hybridized, that crop belongs to the farmer of the contaminated field. In addition, any seed from that crop belongs to the farmer. However, the farmer whose crop is cross pollinated now needs to sell his product as being a GMO product. That farmer may also be entitled to sue the other farmer for damages.
@9FQY4MY2yrs2Y
Somewhat. Sometimes it is needed. But also genetically modified food has to be labeled that it is genetically modified. And no producer should be allowed to parent any seed for any reason.
@8VFD2CZ4yrs4Y
We should wait until we have more research
@945C4M23yrs3Y
Yes, because a lot of things are genetically modified anyway.
@927VFJL3yrs3Y
no, it is a terrible idea and is so unhealthy.
@8VRF6R94yrs4Y
Yes. All crops have been engineered.
@8VH294R4yrs4Y
Yes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds and Yes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified
@8V99D274yrs4Y
Actually, almost every food that we consume daily has already been genetically engineered to some extent (selective breeding). Also, genetically modifying foods can greatly increase sustainability.
@8V4X2C24yrs4Y
In some circumstances maybe
@8TWQNRH4yrs4Y
No. We are what we eat. I have health issues now because of eating Monsanto crops.
@8QTJD4Z4yrs4Y
Yes, and research should also be publically funded.
@8PWLPJS4yrs4Y
Yes, but only after the crops are labeled as GMO and are tried in the community over a long period of time for monitoring side effect.
@Jatzuyu4yrs4Y
Yes, there won't be fresh food and crops forever, humans need to start making it on their own.
@9BK2RQ62yrs2Y
Yes, as long as there is appropriate regulation and health research into it as well.
Yes, and there should be public research as well.
@8J8HZ9K5yrs5Y
GMO label is too broad. The specifics need to be included
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