by IRT News Team | Sep 13, 2022 | News
Over 80% of corn grown in the U.S. contains genes from the soil bacterium Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis), which produce insecticidal proteins within the plant—in every cell of the plant. This means that all corn products that are not organically produced, or that have... 
by IRT News Team | Sep 7, 2022 | Featured
We knew that tiny changes in just a single gene is a threat to entire ecosystems, but a new study has proven this to be true. A single species was gene edited and its impact on other organisms existing in the same habitat was measured. The results? Decrease –... 
by IRT News Team | Sep 3, 2022 | News
Let’s put a rumor to rest. No, the 5-digit PLU codes on produce do not tell you what is genetically modified or natural. This urban legend has circulated long enough, even on the best of websites. It’s time to take it down. The 4-digit PLU codes on the... 
by IRT News Team | Aug 7, 2022 | Featured
The USDA has made some significant changes to the annual budget. Rather than previous years $20 million, $300 million has allocated to organic – primarily programs to assist farmers in transitioning away from conventional into organic farming. Additionally, $75... 
by IRT News Team | Aug 2, 2022 | News
Consumers Worldwide Say GMOs are Unhealthy - Jeffrey Smith Update Required To play the media you will need to either update your browser to a recent version or update your Flash plugin. The following are important links that Jeffrey talks about in the video above: 48...
