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What's So Controversial About Genetically Modified Food? (Food Controversies Series)

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ISBN:  9781780236681
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The rampant use of genetically modified food incites public debate among activists, ethicists, scientists, regulators and industry representatives. While proponents portray genetic modification as scientific progress, opponents reframe it as a form of perverted science. But why is it so controversial? This timely and balanced book explores the many myths and arguments surrounding this extremely topical issue. Written in an accessible style, free of technical jargon, it examines the science behind genetic modification and the controversies that reflect ongoing tensions between social and political power, democratic practice and corporate responsibility. It shows how food is deeply imbued with religious, social, cultural and ethical meanings, which bring a variety of non-scientific debates to the forefront, and also connects GM food to other issues such as the globalization of food and corporate concentration. While our modern, mechanized, centralized and globalized infrastructure produces enormous amounts and varieties of food available at our convenience, it also produces irreducible social vulnerability and undeniable uncertainty. All those who care about where their food comes from and how it is produced will enjoy this stimulating book.

'Even after decades of use in many parts of the world, genetic modification of foods remains the most bitterly contested innovation in agriculture. Some proponents of the technology characterize the opponents as being scientifically illiterate, but is that really the issue? In this timely book, John T. Lang uses ethical, legal, and cultural frameworks to examine the debates around the use of genetically modified food. I recommend it highly to the many scientists perplexed that the issue is still so controversial if the science is so settled. This is by no means an anti-science book but explains how people, very reasonably, might consider other types of evidence when making decisions.' --John Coupland, Pennsylvania State University and President-Elect, Institute of Food Technologists

'If you've ever looked at a ''Non GMO'' label in the supermarket and wondered what it really meant, read this book. It's a thoughtful inquiry into the nature of genetically modified food, and it will get you to think more deeply about all of the food you eat.' --Dan Charles, food and agriculture correspondent for National Public Radio, USA.

Detalii

Editura: Reaktion Books
An apariție: 2016
Nr. pagini: 184
Dimensiuni: 20 x 12 cm
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