Genetically modified (GM) foods are foodstuffs produced from genetically modified organisms (GMO) that have had their DNA altered through genetic engineering. GM Foods were first put on the market in the early1990s. The most common modified foods are derived from plants: soybean, corn, canola and cotton seed oil and wheat.Controversies surrounding GM foods and crops commonly focus on human and environmental safety, labeling and consumer choice, intellectual property rights, ethics, food security, poverty reduction, and environmental conservation.

Science competitions among students are always fun, but this article and its links present some fascinating insights into the future of genetically modified products and foods, such as self-flavoring yogurt. Reminds one to up the pressure for labeling foodstuffs and their ingredients.

People around the world pro-actively reject Genetically Modified (GM) products and crops. But in the United States, few people are even aware of what GM foods are -- and labeling is not required. Also watch the documentary, Future of Food. Google link in the article.

The article appeals to scientists all over the world to play a more active role in the debate about genetically modified food.

The article argues that critics of genetically modified food, such as Ethiopian scientist, Dr. Tewolde Berhan Gebre Egziabher, should promote genetic engineering instead of criticizing it.

Who's gonna make sure we don't eat genetically modified (GM) plants made for biofuel production? I am not a fan of GM foods. I figured oil folks would have some critiques ... amidst the propaganda they end up making some good points, this article raises lots of issues in few words ...