Introduction
Genetic engineering, the science of moving pieces of DNA from one organism to another, is a high-profile component of the high-stakes world of biotechnology. It has produced new drugs, new ways of making old drugs, new insights into the genetic roots of disease, and aroused little public controversy along the way. But for years, genetic engineers have been using the same techniques to transform the plants and animals we use for food, and the fruits of their labors are beginning to reach the market. Supporters say genetic engineering will produce healthier, cheaper and better-tasting foods. But critics say scientists do not fully understand the impact genetic alterations will have on the nutritional quality or toxicity of foods. They also fear the technology has the power to produce unintended and dangerous environmental changes.
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Nov. 02, 2018 |
Organic Farming Boom |
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May 01, 2012 |
Farm Subsidies |
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Dec. 02, 1994 |
Farm Policy |
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Aug. 05, 1994 |
Genetically Engineered Foods |
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Mar. 25, 1983 |
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Oct. 28, 1977 |
Farm Policy and Food Needs |
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Apr. 06, 1966 |
Reversal of Farm Policy |
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May 02, 1962 |
Milk Surpluses |
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Dec. 07, 1949 |
Brannan Plan |
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May 01, 1939 |
Agriculture Under the Trade Agreements |
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Sep. 20, 1937 |
Farm Legislation and the Ever-Normal Granary |
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Nov. 05, 1935 |
Potato Control Under the A.A.A. |
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Apr. 25, 1934 |
Stabilization of the Dairy Industry |
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Jan. 24, 1930 |
The Federal Farm Board |
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Sep. 24, 1928 |
Wheat Pools in Canada and the United States |
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Feb. 10, 1927 |
The McNary-Haugen Bill |
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Dec. 10, 1924 |
The President's Agricultural Conference |
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