Genetically engineered food, therefore, is food which has had it s genes altered by scientists in an attempt to better the food. Genetic engineers believe they can improve the foods we eat by using this technique. However, DNA is not well understood. With this uncertainty, emerging issues concerning genetically engineered food are testing and labeling. Testing and labeling seem to be the important issues for consumers.
Consumers are worried about the potential dangers of genetically engineered food.
Some of the potential hazards include imprecise technology, no long-term safety testing, toxins, allergic reactions, and antibiotic resistant bacteria. With enough testing and research, answers to the specific questions about genetically engineered food may be answered. Until that time, the food that has been genetically altered should be, at minimum, labeled. As of now, testing and labeling is not required for companies that market genetically altered food products. Federal court holds that Food and Drug Administration currently has no regulations on genetically engineered foods.