virus into an organism where it would normally not be found. The purpose is to alter the genetic code in plants and animals to make them more productive or resistant to pests or farming techniques. Genetically modified organisms, more commonly known as GMOs, have been a controversial topic of debate for a number of reasons. The ethics behind genetically modified foods come into question due to an abundance of short and long-term effects from the process, many
order to monopolize the food we eat. The expansion and globalization of Monsanto has negatively affected people throughout the world and the food they are able to buy. All around the world Monsanto has bought up conventional and genetically modified (GMO) seed suppliers in order to dominate the agricultural industry. For instance, “Monsanto has bought up the business of corporations such as Cargill, Agracetus, Calgene, etc.” (Shiva 150) and through the sales of these companies Monsanto was able to collect