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Top news of the week: 09.10.2022.

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@prometheusgreen shared
On Oct 8, 2022
Like it or not, gene-edited crops are coming to the EU https://t.co/GjgzB3L9Av
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Like it or not, gene-edited crops are coming to the EU

Like it or not, gene-edited crops are coming to the EU

The only question is how strictly they’ll be regulated.

@JonEntine shared
On Oct 7, 2022
Podcast: Industry-funded GMO studies; Food companies back 'regenerative' farming; Popcorn-flavored spinach? @camjenglish @kevinfolta @acshorg https://t.co/A38yKyYWYL via @GeneticLiteracy
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Podcast: Industry-funded GMO studies; Food companies back ‘regenerative’ farming; Popcorn-flavored spinach?

Podcast: Industry-funded GMO studies; Food companies back ‘regenerative’ farming; Popcorn-flavored spinach?

Should we be skeptical of GMO safety studies funded by biotech companies? Major food makers including Pepsi and Nestle have invested millions in "regenerative" farming. Is this a worthwhile ...

@modestannedi shared
On Oct 5, 2022
RT @ScienceAlly: #GeneEditing is an aspect of science with potential to increase crop yield and the income of farmers, writes Catherine Agbo. The hope to apply these tools to improve agriculture is indeed greater than fear. https://t.co/hjfGba2IjP
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Hope is better than fear

Hope is better than fear

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, I made up my mind very early to take the vaccine as soon as it was available and accessible. To my mind, it was better to take the vaccine and maybe ...

@AgBioWorld shared
On Oct 7, 2022
The Non-GMO Project's lucrative business model hinges on the myth that biotech crops are uniquely harmful. Because they value their ill-gotten profits over food sovereignty, they will continue to lie to the public. Shame on them. https://t.co/saoXsAtGaH
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Drought-Tolerant Crops: A Success Story the Non-GMO Project Hates

Drought-Tolerant Crops: A Success Story the Non-GMO Project Hates

The Non-GMO Project claims that drought-tolerant crops won't help "feed the world" as climate change threatens crop yields. The evidence says otherwise.

@AgBioWorld shared
On Oct 3, 2022
RT @RobertWager1: Wahoo finally. Lead on Kenya. https://t.co/bxCsRhf6ns
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Cabinet lifts ban on GMO crops in Kenya

Cabinet lifts ban on GMO crops in Kenya

The government has lifted the ban on growing and importing genetically modified food as well as animal feeds during a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto on Monday, October 3, ...

@AgBioWorld shared
On Oct 4, 2022
Way to Kenya! https://t.co/tPOAc1Koxj
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GMO food now legal in Kenya after Cabinet lifts ban

GMO food now legal in Kenya after Cabinet lifts ban

The cabinet meeting was chaired by President William Ruto.

@AgBioWorld shared
On Oct 5, 2022
RT @BiosafetyKenya: State lifts ban on GMO, okays cultivation and importation https://t.co/7vvlxu3JkO
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State lifts ban on GMO, okays cultivation and importation

State lifts ban on GMO, okays cultivation and importation

The government has lifted its ban on Genetically Modified Crops in the country after 10 years

@AgBioWorld shared
On Oct 8, 2022
Yes, color me surprised: “Anti-GMO groups have faulted the move to lift the ban, citing concerns about potential harmful effects on Kenyans’ health and agriculture”. https://t.co/DxBtusUW4b
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Mixed Reactions Over Kenya’s Move to Lift Ban on Genetically Modified Crops

Mixed Reactions Over Kenya’s Move to Lift Ban on Genetically Modified Crops

Move to allow GMOs opposed by those concerned about potentially harmful effects on health, environment and small farms