Many farmers and ranchers are concerned about consumers reactions to new technologies and practices like genetically modified organisms, irradiation, streamlined food inspection systems and the use of antibiotics as growth promoters in factory animal production. These technologies have become more common in modern agribusiness even though consumers in many countries question their safety and long-term health effects. Some farmers believe that they need to produce what customers want to eat, and are fighting to provide safe food to consumers. Other farmers and ranchers believe that science has guaranteed the safety of these processes and consumers will soon accept them. Don't Know 2.
Consumers have the right to know what they re eating.
Don't Know f. Don't Know 3. State and federal governments should stop using public funds to finance the research and development of corporate-patented life forms. Disagree No Opinion 4. Legislation should be enacted that places liability for all economic and environmental damages caused by genetically modified seeds on the companies who develop and manufacture them.