That future is already on the way at Innovation Place in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada's top research center for plant biotechnology. Food Fight Controversy over genetically engineered food rages on worldwide, as environmentalists and food safety advocates raise doubts about bioengineered products. The topic is expected to be high on the agenda of the World Trade Organization at its late November meeting in Seattle. While most genetically modified foods appear to have no discernable health problems, he worries whether Canadian and U.S. regulators are tough enough to ensure their safety. He is also concerned that once a genetically modified organism is released into the environment, it may be impossible to recall if it later proves an environmental danger.
Most pollutants decrease over time, but a genetically altered organism can become dominant.
Nearly half of canola oil, a top Canadian crop, is genetically altered. This farmer makes it his business to grow it. As you can see, the canola has roots. It doesn't walk away and leave the field. At least 36 genetically engineered crops have been patented so far.