GMO's

What are GMOs?

A GMO is a Genetically Modified Organism. In the context of agriculture, it refers to seeds that have been genetically engineered to increase nutrition and resist pests, chemicals, or drought, among other superstar crop traits. We believe organically grown food is a superstar in its own right, and we don’t believe GMOs have a place in a sustainable agricultural system.

Why Organic Doesn’t Use Genetically Modified Bio-Technology

Many organic enthusiasts believe that genetically engineered seed is in itself not good. However in the large picture this is a small part of the concern. The real organic concern is that genetic engineered seed will push out the current genetic heritage in our seeds. This has already happened to crops like the Canadian Canola oil seed.

To the bio-tech developers and promoters of GMO crops, we say: Do whatever you want in your own back yard, but don’t bring your GMO toys into the organic food supply system.

It is alarming that the bio-tech developers and promoters are attempting to control the world seed supply. Is it a coincidence that there has been lobbying for changes to our seed savings laws in Canada that would reduce the farmers right to save seeds?

US farmers also have concerns about the control of seed and who is trying to keep the control out of the hands of farmers.

What is really at stake with genetic engineering? Is it something inherently bad that we need to avoid at all cost, or is it a tool used by some multinational corporations to control our seed for their own profit? Or is it both? Will the world survive the loss of genetic diversity that will be the result if farmers can’t share and develop seeds, and all seeds are “owned” by large corporations?