Genetically Modified Organisms

Campaign to Ban Genetically Engineered Foods A large number of articles and links opposed to GMOs.

Council for Responsible Genetics An organisation campaigning on a number of genetic issues, including Genetic Discrimination, Patenting and GMOs.

Friends of the Earth  This site has information on many different environmental issues but is particularly strong on GMOs at the moment.

Gene Exchange A quarterly periodical published by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Some well researched and referenced articles on the issue. One of the articles, "Coming to Market" gives a comprehensive list of GM products that have applied for and received approval in the USA.

Genetically Engineered Food – Safety Problems. Probably the best site around for finding out more about the whole subject. Articles are divided into levels of scientific complexity so you can find the level that suits you. But all of them tend to be clear and thoughtful. There is also an excellent links page.

Ifgene – The International Forum for Genetic Engineering Contains a number of interesting articles and debates about the implications of Genetic Engineering, moral and spiritual as well as scientific.

The private website of Linda Dawn Hammond with a number of articles on GMOs.

Monsanto A slick commercial site with information on their pesticides and GM seeds, but very little that might allay the fears and concerns expressed in all the other sites listed here.

Mother of Natural Law Some good information aimed at the householder. A comprehensive and regularly updated list of GM free food manufacturers and products available in the USA.

Research Foundation for Science, Technology and Ecology An excellent site about the implications of many forms of Western science, including genetic engineering, on life in the developing world.

The Alliance for Bio-Integrity An alliance of scientists and religious organisation arguing that from both perspectives bioengineered food is and unsound concept.

The Genetics Forum Information and campaigning from a group of scientists, lawyers and environmentalists concerned about the long-term impact of genetic science.

The Norfolk Genetic Information Network  A very good site with extensive links and contacts on GM issues.

Third World Network Some good articles and links on the subject from a third world perspective.

Why was the Potato Doctor sacked? A site with articles and links about the controversy surrounding the discrediting and sacking of Dr Pusztai, whose research indicated that there might be dangers in Genetically Modified potatoes. A good place to start looking at this fascinating story.