Debunking Popular Myths about GE Crops

http://www.centerforfoodsafety.org/blog/3468/debunking-popular-
myths-about-ge-crops-portrayed-in-the-media

Debunking Popular Myths about GE Crops Portrayed in the Media:

By Debbie Barker, International Programs Director, Center for Food Safety

September 19th, 2014

Response to The New Yorker “Seeds of Doubt” Article, August 25, 2014

Scientific Review & Contributions: Bill Freese; Doug Gurian-Sherman, Ph.D; Martha Crouch, Ph.D

The recent article, “Seeds of Doubt,” in the August 25, 2014 issue of The New Yorker by Michael Specter echoes common myths about genetically engineered (GE) crops and omits legitimate scientific critiques of the technology. The resulting article fails to deliver the high level of integrity and journalism that is expected of The New Yorker.