Seeds, GMOs and Sovereignty: A Conversation with Esquisa Omaña - Venezuelanalysis

Seeds, GMOs and Sovereignty: A Conversation with Esquisa Omaña - Venezuelanalysis

Venezuelan researcher and activist Esquisa Omaña takes stock of the country's Seed Law and the struggle for food sovereignty.

What are GMOs, Really? – MoreBranches

Genetically Modified Organisms. This is when scientists tweak the DNA of a plant, animal, or microorganism to give it new traits, such as making a tomato survive harsh heat or corn that’s naturally pest-resistant. Simply put, science acts as a matchmaker for DNA. Why Modify Organisms? The goal is to improve the final product. Think: Better resistance to pests or drought Longer shelf life More nutrition (like vitamin-rich rice) Bigger harvests L…