Harvest of Fear

1. What is a GM Crop.
A GM crop are genetically modified crops that are usually improved in some way, but with possible unseen side effects.

2. List 2 arguments FOR the growing of GM crops
GM crops are effectively feeding our quickly growing population.

GM is actually a completely natural process that happens in the wild with different types of plants and animals.
3. List 2 arguments AGAINST the growing of GM crops.
GM crops would harm the environment.

GM crops will hurt small farmers.

Engineer a Crop

4. Practice this simulation until you get the largest ears of corn. How many times did it take you?

It took me two tries to get the largest ears of corn.

What’s for Dinner?

5. List two foods and describe how they are being modified.

French Fries are being genetically enhanced so that the potatoes will not absorb as much oil as usual and so they taste just as good even if they use a different, healthier type of oil.

Coffee is being GE so it will not have as much caffeine in it.

Viewpoints

Do you think food should be labeled if it has been genetically modified? Why or Why not?

I think they should because people have I right to know what they are consuming for their breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is important for them to make the decision whether or not they want to eat food GE food.