Genetically modified crops are appearing on the farms of the United States more and more every day, even though consumers may not know it. The good news is that these crops are planted because of their benefits to people. For example, according to the American Medical Association (AMA), \"More than ...

As we enter the new millennium, we realize that almost every aspect of our lives is becoming affected by genetic biotechnology. Most of all, we have been caught unprepared for the avalanche of genetically engineered foodstuffs and other products arriving in our shops, chemists, and hospitals. Consid...

"Playing God In The Garden"Michael Pollan's essay, "Playing God in the Garden" analyzes the issue of genetically engineered foods, "New Leaf potatoes" in specific, in a writing style different from most essays. Pollan tries to present facts and figures to his reader by maintaining a neutral stance...