GMO Food: A Reference Handbook

by David E. Newton

Overview

Providing an exhaustive background on the history of genetically modified organism (GMO) crops and foods as well as the controversies surrounding these products, this book allows readers to develop their own particular viewpoint on the production and use of GMO substances.

• Presents both historical and current views of the topic that provide readers with a neutral presentation of the hard science as well as the social issues in question

• Includes perspective essays written by individuals with expertise in issues related to the production and distribution of GMO foods in the United States and other parts of the world

• Assesses the long-existing differences in attitudes toward the development and commercialization of GMO foods and crops in the United States versus in the European Union

• Addresses the ongoing debate regarding whether and how genetically modified products should be labeled for sale

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781610696852
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	10/07/2014
Series:	Contemporary World Issues
Pages:	360
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

David E. Newton has been a freelance writer of non-fiction books and ancillary materials for young adults for nearly 55 years.

Table of Contents

Preface to the First Edition,
Preface to the Second Edition,
1 Background and History,
Hybridization,
The Birth of Genetics,
The Gene,
The Process of Genetic Engineering,
Concerns about rDNA Research,
History of rDNA Regulation,
Breakthroughs in rDNA Research,
Genetically Modified Animals,
Technical Problems,
Regulatory Issues,
Genetically Modified Plants,
Bt Crops,
Types of Genetically Modified Plants,
Conclusion,
References,
2 Problems, Controversies, and Solutions,
Opposition to Genetically Modified Foods in the United States,
Public Opinion on Genetically Modified Foods,
Public Opinion in the United States,
Public Opinion in Europe,
Regulation of Genetically Modified Crops and Foods,
Regulation in the United States,
Regulation in the European Union,
Labeling of Genetically Modified Foods,
The Labeling Issue in the EU,
The Labeling Issue in the United States,
GMO Regulations Worldwide,
Genetically Modified Crops and Foods: Pros and Cons,
Agricultural System,
Potential Benefits,
Potential Harm,
Human Health,
Potential Benefits,
Potential Harm,
The Natural Environment,
Potential Benefits,
Potential Harm,
Potential Social and Economic Harm,
Conclusion,
References,
3 Perspectives,
Introduction,
Genetic Engineering in Agriculture: Uncertainties and Risks,
Debal Deb
The Case for Teaching Food in Schools,
Yussra MT Ebrahim
Improving Crops with CRISPR,
Phill Jones
In the Know: Genetically Modified Foods,
Rashmi Nemade
Genetically Modified Organisms,
Tony Owen
GMO Foods in Developing Countries,
Santosh Pandey
Labeling Bioengineered Foods: Theory vs. Reality,
Ellen Rubin
Genetically Modified Crops in Africa: Fear of the Unknown?
Elizabeth Shoo
Accepting Genetically Modified Crops in India,
Sweta
A Growing World Demands New Food Technology,
Susan Young
4 Profiles,
Introduction,
Biotechnology Regulatory Services,
Biotechnology Innovation Organization,
José Bové (1953–),
Herbert Boyer (1936–),
Canadian Biotechnology Action Network,
Center for Food Safety,
Emmanuelle Charpentier (1968–),
Mary-Dell Chilton (1939–),
Stanley N. Cohen (1935–),
CropLife International,
Jennifer Doudna (1964–),
Food & Water Watch,
Robert T. Fraley (1953–),
John E. Franz (1929–),
Dennis Gonsalves (1943–),
Greenpeace International,
International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications,
Steve Lindow (1951–),
Mark Lynas (1973–),
Monsanto (Bayer Crop Science),
Non-GMO Project,
Ingo Potrykus (1933–),
Maxine Singer (1931–),
Marc van Montagu (1933–),
World Health Organization,
5 Data and Documents,
Introduction,
Data,
Table 5.1. Genetically Engineered Crops in the United States, 2000–19 (percent of all planted crop; all genetically engineered varieties),
Table 5.2. Number of Releases of Genetically Engineered Organism Varieties Approved by APHIS, 1985–2013,
Table 5.3. Total Number of GMO Crop Releases Approved by APHIS, to 2013,
Table 5.4. Number of Releases Approved by APHIS by Genetic Trait, to 2013,
Table 5.5. Prevalence of Bt IR and Stacked Gene Crops in U.S. Agriculture, 2000–19 (percentage of each crop),
Documents,
Plant Patent Act of 1930,
Diamond v. Chakrabarty, 447 U.S. 303 (1980),
Coordinated Framework for the Regulation of Biotechnology (1986),
Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (2000),
Regulation of Genetically Modified Foods by the European Union (2003),
Mendocino County (California) Ban on Genetically Modified Crops (2004/2019),
The Safety of Genetically Modified Foods, GAO Report (2002),
Invoking of Preemption (North Dakota, SB2277; 2005),
Monsanto Co. v. Geertson Seed Farms, 561 U.S. 139 (2010),
Bowman v. Monsanto, et al., 569 U.S. 11-796 (2013),
National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (Public Law 114-216) (2016),
National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (2018),
Regulation of Gene-Editing Technology (2018),
6 Resources,
Books,
Articles,
Reports,
Internet Sources,
7 Chronology,
Glossary,
Index,

Editorial Reviews

This installment in the Contemporary World Issues series is a well-researched and balanced reference that provides the reader with an invaluable, expertly compiled resource impartially documenting the controversial topic of genetically modified foods. . . . This valuable reference is recommended for high-school, academic, and public libraries.” —Booklist

“With ample access to data and documents such as court cases and government protocols, in addition to an annotated bibliography, helpful glossary, and a detailed timeline, this book is a go-to resource on the globally vital subject of GMOs.” —ARBAonline

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