But critics worry it could damage the environment. There is already evidence that genetically-engineered crops may be killing monarch butterflies. And Consumer Reports' tests show these altered ingredients are turning up in our packaged food. In the grocery store, there's no special label to tell whether a processed food contains ingredients that have been genetically altered. To get an idea of how much is for sale, Consumer Reports tested a variety of products, everything from soymilk infant formula to Bac-os Bits.
Some European countries do require special labeling.
In this country, labeling is not required. They are not supposed to contain any genetically-altered ingredients. In July, Gerber and Heinz said they were planning to make their baby food free of genetically-engineered ingredients, although both companies believe the ingredients are safe. Voted best news site in California and Nevada by the Associated Press Television and Radio Association.