Cons of GMO
Tomatoes
GMO Tomatoes
- Allergens and toxins are exposed to GMOs
GMO tomatoes are not approved in Europe
How are GMO Tomatoes used?
What is a GMO Tomato?
tomatoes are used to attract customers in grocery stores and they are also used to feed our growing population.
A GMO tomato is a genetically modified fruit using genetic engineering to ensure a longer shelf-life
Bibliography
Bibliography:
GMO-Awareness. (2011, April 29). GMO defined. Retrieved June 10, 2016, from https://gmo-awareness.com/all-about-gmos/gmo-defined/
In-line Citation:
(GMO-Awareness, 2011)
Bibliography:
Genetically modified tomatoes. (2006, November 27). Retrieved June 10, 2016, from http://www.gmo-compass.org/eng/grocery_shopping/fruit_vegetables/15.genetically_modified_tomatoes.html
In-line Citation:
(“Genetically modified tomatoes,” 2006)
Bibliography:
Inc, B. H. (2010, April 29). How are genetically modified tomatoes made? Retrieved June 10, 2016, from http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-living/articles/69993.aspx
In-line Citation:
(Inc, 2010)
Pros of GMO Tomatoes
Bibliography:
The transgenic tomato: A safe and delicious alternative to the normal supermarket tomato. Retrieved June 10, 2016, from http://www.public.iastate.edu/~rhetoric/105H16/cofp/tmrcofp.html
In-line Citation:
(“The transgenic tomato: A safe and delicious alternative to the normal supermarket tomato,” n.d.)
How are GMO Tomatoes produced?
- GMO Tomatoes resist antibiotic kanamycin
GMO tomatoes are injected with different genes including fish genes.
- Increase pest and disease resistance