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Article: DNA in GM food and feed.(Biodevastation)
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- Synthesis/Regeneration
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- March 22, 2005
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"DNA is DNA is DNA," said a proponent in a public debate in trying to convince the audience that there is no difference between genetically modified (GM) DNA and natural DNA. "DNA is taken up by cells because it is very nutritious!" "GM can happen in nature," said another proponent. "Mother Nature got there first."
So, why worry about GM contamination? Why bother setting contamination thresholds for food and feed? Why award patents for the GM DNA on grounds that it is an innovation? Why don't biotech companies accept liabilities if there's nothing to worry about?
As for GM happening in nature, so does death, but that doesn't justify murder. Radioactive ...