The lowdown on GMOs with Kevin Folta

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Kevin Folta

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Why are GMO’s are so misunderstood? Kevin Folta, a plant geneticist at the University of Florida, explains the misconceptions that animate anti-GMO campaigners. As Folta has it, the “debate” is entirely in the minds of campaigners; the science is settled as to the safety of GM crops.

View the original article here: Q&A – The Lowdown on GMOs with Kevin Folta

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