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Many of us have heard of GMOs—genetically modified organisms in our food supply—and have seen labeling on food packages that note products are “non-GMO” (or other verbiage on food and beverage packaging that there are GMO or bioengineered ingredients in a product). But many of us don’t know a ton about how GMO technology uses specific scientific innovations that GMO Fundamentals GMO technology also helps to decrease food waste, gives many underserved areas of the global population a reliable source of nutritious food options, and helps farmers use less pesticides. Notably, GMO technology has been used for over 20 years and has been scientifically been The Skinny on GMO Corn Corn is used for feeding people and animals, but it is also used to produce fuel (ethanol) and many additional everyday items GMO corn is made to be The Pellegrino research team performed a meta-analysis by analyzing approximately 6,000 globally published peer-reviewed literature publications (from the years 1996 to 2016) on crop yield, grain quality, impact on non-target organisms (NTOs), impact on target organisms (TOs), and soil biomass decomposition of GMO corn. Ideally, farmers around the globe aim to cultivate corn that grows with high-quality yields and minimal impact on the environment. Environmental impacts may include both positive and negative effects, including adverse changes to soil, the introduction of “friendly organisms” (bugs and microbes that don’t harm crops and are beneficial), chan...

Corn contains nutrients including fiber and vitamin C, but may raise blood sugar levels. Compounds in corn may provide other health benefits. Corn is a starchy vegetable and cereal grain that has been eaten all over the world for centuries. It’s rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. However, the health benefits of corn are controversial — while it contains beneficial nutrients, it can also spike blood sugar levels. In addition, the crop is often genetically modified. This article looks at the possible benefits and disadvantages of eating corn. Corn is considered both a vegetable and a cereal grain. Sweet corn that you eat off the cob is usually considered a vegetable in the culinary world, whereas the dry seeds that are used for popcorn are classified as Corn originated in Mexico over 9,000 years ago and is known by its original name “maize” in many parts of the world. Native Americans grew and harvested this crop as a main source of food ( Today, it’s one of the most widely consumed cereal grains worldwide ( Corn is usually white or yellow but also comes in red, purple and blue. It’s eaten as sweet corn, popcorn, tortillas, polenta, chips, cornmeal, grits, oil and What’s more, it’s widely used for fuel and animal feed. In fact, 40% of the corn grown in the US is used for fuel and 60–70% of corn worldwide is produced to feed animals ( Summary Corn is a popular food that is considered both a vegetable and whole grain. It can be eaten whole as sweet corn or popcorn or proces...

• Agriculture › • Farming Genetically modified crops - statistics & facts • • • Genetically modified crops, also known as GM crops, are plants used in agriculture which have been modified by using genetic engineering methods. Other names commonly used for these crops are genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, and Biotechnology. The genetic modifications are done in order to create crop varieties with desirable traits, such as tolerance against herbicides and specific pests. Acreage of GM crops Since 2015, the acreage of GM crops in the U.S. Almost all GM crops in Canada Canada is also producing GM soybeans and corn, but is also producing Consumer attitudes and understanding Many consumers have strong opinions against the production and consumption of genetically modified foods. A survey released in 2019 showed that in many European countries, more than half of consumers Global overview 5 • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops worldwide 2003-2019 • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops 2015-2019, by country • Premium Statistic Global genetically modified crops by countries 2019, based on acreage • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops by species 2003-2019 • Basic Statistic Global adoption rate for major biotech crops worldwide 2019, by type GM crops in the U.S. 7 • Premium Statistic Acreage of major genetically engineered crops in the U.S. by type 2019 • Premium Statistic Percentage of genetically modified crops in th...

The terms "modified" and "engineered" are often used interchangeably in the context of labeling genetically modified, or "GMO," foods. In the field of biotechnology, GMO stands for genetically modified organism, while in the food industry, the term refers exclusively to food that has been purposefully engineered and not selectively bred organisms. This discrepancy leads to confusion among consumers, and so the A brief history of genetic modification Genetic modification dates back to ancient times, when humans influenced genetics by selectively breeding organisms, according to Dogs were likely the first animals to be purposefully genetically modified, with the beginnings of that effort dating back about 32,000 years, according to Rangel. Wild wolves joined our hunter-gatherer ancestors in East Asia, where the canines were domesticated and bred to have increased docility. Over thousands of years, people bred dogs with different desired personality and physical traits, eventually leading to the wide variety of dogs we see today. Beyond those crops, much of the produce we eat today — including The technology that specifically cuts and transfers a piece of recombinant DNA (rDNA) from one organism to another was developed in 1973 by Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen, researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, and Stanford University, respectively. The pair transferred a piece of DNA from one strain of bacteria to another, enabling antibiotic resistance in the mod...

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The terms "modified" and "engineered" are often used interchangeably in the context of labeling genetically modified, or "GMO," foods. In the field of biotechnology, GMO stands for genetically modified organism, while in the food industry, the term refers exclusively to food that has been purposefully engineered and not selectively bred organisms. This discrepancy leads to confusion among consumers, and so the A brief history of genetic modification Genetic modification dates back to ancient times, when humans influenced genetics by selectively breeding organisms, according to Dogs were likely the first animals to be purposefully genetically modified, with the beginnings of that effort dating back about 32,000 years, according to Rangel. Wild wolves joined our hunter-gatherer ancestors in East Asia, where the canines were domesticated and bred to have increased docility. Over thousands of years, people bred dogs with different desired personality and physical traits, eventually leading to the wide variety of dogs we see today. Beyond those crops, much of the produce we eat today — including The technology that specifically cuts and transfers a piece of recombinant DNA (rDNA) from one organism to another was developed in 1973 by Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen, researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, and Stanford University, respectively. The pair transferred a piece of DNA from one strain of bacteria to another, enabling antibiotic resistance in the mod...

Corn contains nutrients including fiber and vitamin C, but may raise blood sugar levels. Compounds in corn may provide other health benefits. Corn is a starchy vegetable and cereal grain that has been eaten all over the world for centuries. It’s rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. However, the health benefits of corn are controversial — while it contains beneficial nutrients, it can also spike blood sugar levels. In addition, the crop is often genetically modified. This article looks at the possible benefits and disadvantages of eating corn. Corn is considered both a vegetable and a cereal grain. Sweet corn that you eat off the cob is usually considered a vegetable in the culinary world, whereas the dry seeds that are used for popcorn are classified as Corn originated in Mexico over 9,000 years ago and is known by its original name “maize” in many parts of the world. Native Americans grew and harvested this crop as a main source of food ( Today, it’s one of the most widely consumed cereal grains worldwide ( Corn is usually white or yellow but also comes in red, purple and blue. It’s eaten as sweet corn, popcorn, tortillas, polenta, chips, cornmeal, grits, oil and What’s more, it’s widely used for fuel and animal feed. In fact, 40% of the corn grown in the US is used for fuel and 60–70% of corn worldwide is produced to feed animals ( Summary Corn is a popular food that is considered both a vegetable and whole grain. It can be eaten whole as sweet corn or popcorn or proces...

Anjali Prasertong is a writer and public health dietitian focused on food systems, racial equity, and nutrition. Originally from Los Angeles, she has taught English in rural Japan, worked as a private chef in Malibu, and led an innovative city-funded corner store program in New Orleans that increased fresh food access in low-income neighborhoods. She was previously a contributing editor for The Kitchn, and currently lives in Denver with her husband and two kids. Fresh, sweet corn is one of summer’s great pleasures, but in recent years, corn has gained a bad reputation. The most recent issue of Eating Well debunks five myths about corn, setting the record straight when it comes to concerns about everything from genetic modification to corn’s sugar content. Bottom line: don’t feel guilty about eating this summer staple. One of the most prevalent myths about corn is that most of it is genetically modified, but in actuality, only 3-4% of the sweet corn planted in the U.S. last year was GMO. (“Field corn,” the crop that is processed into everything from ethanol to high-fructose corn syrup, is a different matter.) This may change, however, as this is the first summer farmers are growing Monsanto’s new genetically modified sweet corn seeds, so buying certified organic corn is still the safest bet. If calorie and sugar concerns are keeping you away from corn, Eating Well points out that “an ear of corn has about the same number of calories as an apple and less than one-fourth the ...

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• Agriculture › • Farming Genetically modified crops - statistics & facts • • • Genetically modified crops, also known as GM crops, are plants used in agriculture which have been modified by using genetic engineering methods. Other names commonly used for these crops are genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, and Biotechnology. The genetic modifications are done in order to create crop varieties with desirable traits, such as tolerance against herbicides and specific pests. Acreage of GM crops Since 2015, the acreage of GM crops in the U.S. Almost all GM crops in Canada Canada is also producing GM soybeans and corn, but is also producing Consumer attitudes and understanding Many consumers have strong opinions against the production and consumption of genetically modified foods. A survey released in 2019 showed that in many European countries, more than half of consumers Global overview 5 • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops worldwide 2003-2019 • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops 2015-2019, by country • Premium Statistic Global genetically modified crops by countries 2019, based on acreage • Premium Statistic Acreage of genetically modified crops by species 2003-2019 • Basic Statistic Global adoption rate for major biotech crops worldwide 2019, by type GM crops in the U.S. 7 • Premium Statistic Acreage of major genetically engineered crops in the U.S. by type 2019 • Premium Statistic Percentage of genetically modified crops in th...