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The Safe Seed Pledge:
"Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend. We
must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for
future generations. For the benefit of all farmers, gardeners and consumers
who want an alternative,
We pledge that we do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds
or plants. The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural
reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms, poses great
biological risks as well as economic, political, and cultural threats. We feel
that genetically engineered varieties have been insufficiently tested prior
to public release. More research and testing is necessary to further assess
the potential risks of genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to
support agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically
diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately healthy people and
communities."
http://www.councilforresponsiblegenetics.org/Help/TakeAction.aspx
The safe seed pledge is sponsored and circulated by:
The Council for Responsible Genetics which was founded in 1983, and is
comprised of scientists, lawyers, public health advocates and citizens
concerned about the social, ethical and environmental impact of new genetic
technologies.
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