Genetically modified (GM) foods are foodstuffs produced from genetically modified organisms (GMO) that have had their DNA altered through genetic engineering. GM Foods were first put on the market in the early1990s. The most common modified foods are derived from plants: soybean, corn, canola and cotton seed oil and wheat.Controversies surrounding GM foods and crops commonly focus on human and environmental safety, labeling and consumer choice, intellectual property rights, ethics, food security, poverty reduction, and environmental conservation.

14 globally recognized and distinguished scientists, economists and thought leaders discuss the use of genetically modified food crops

Genetically modified (GM) foods are inherently unsafe, and current safety assessments are not competent to protect us from or even identify most dangers. Overwhelming evidence to support this conclusion is now compiled in the book Genetic Roulette.

Animals that have eaten genetically modified (GMO) feed show no residual traces in their eggs or meat, the EU's food safety agency said on Friday. I don't think it's enough to make me feel safe though.

Reports that the biotech industry is taking the initiative to set its own standards to allay fears of the safety of genetically modified foods.

The Agriculture Department has approved a plan to grow genetically modified rice in Kansas, despite opposition from the U.S. rice industry and food safety groups.