To: The Michigan State House, The Michigan State Senate, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer
label Genetically Modified Foods in Michigan
We are asking for a mandatory labeling of all GMO products sold in Michigan
Why is this important?
As a Chef and citizen concerned about the health, environmental, ethical, and socio-economic hazards of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), I feel strongly that consumers have an inalienable right to say no to GMOs.
I am deeply concerned with the stand Monsanto and other companies that deal in GMO food production have taken in the past decade with respect to sustainable agriculture and farmers' rights. Right now we are at a critical crossroads in history, and I fear that the Federal Government is not looking out for the nation's welfare with a "profits over people" attitude.
Monsanto Company has embarked on a vicious campaign against family farmers in North America, as well as across the world. These hardworking farmers are the backbone of our nation's food supply and national security. The current climate of insecurity has been exacerbated by Monsantos policies of intimidation, lawsuits and defamation. Monsanto's legal actions against Percy Schmeiser, the Rodney Nelson family, and the Oakhurst Dairy for example, are deplorable attacks.
The North American farm sector is becoming a veritable wasteland. Monsanto's Genetically Engineered crops have increased pesticide use, destroyed key export markets and threaten global food safety.
Families have the right to purchase food without fearing health concerns from food that has not been properly tested in the United States. Farmers have the right to produce safe, sustainable food without fear of intimidation and litigation. Consumers have the right to choose food that guarantees their families' health and safety.
I am deeply concerned with the stand Monsanto and other companies that deal in GMO food production have taken in the past decade with respect to sustainable agriculture and farmers' rights. Right now we are at a critical crossroads in history, and I fear that the Federal Government is not looking out for the nation's welfare with a "profits over people" attitude.
Monsanto Company has embarked on a vicious campaign against family farmers in North America, as well as across the world. These hardworking farmers are the backbone of our nation's food supply and national security. The current climate of insecurity has been exacerbated by Monsantos policies of intimidation, lawsuits and defamation. Monsanto's legal actions against Percy Schmeiser, the Rodney Nelson family, and the Oakhurst Dairy for example, are deplorable attacks.
The North American farm sector is becoming a veritable wasteland. Monsanto's Genetically Engineered crops have increased pesticide use, destroyed key export markets and threaten global food safety.
Families have the right to purchase food without fearing health concerns from food that has not been properly tested in the United States. Farmers have the right to produce safe, sustainable food without fear of intimidation and litigation. Consumers have the right to choose food that guarantees their families' health and safety.