Genetic Engineering in Agriculture: The Myths, Environmental Risks, and Alternatives

by Miguel A. Altieri

As debate rages over the costs and benefits of genetically engineered crops, noted agroecologist Miguel Altieri lucidly examines some of the issue's most basic and pressing

110 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Luke · Rating 2 out of 5]

book is a bit short and incomprehensive, however serves as a great bibliography and beginner's lesson to understanding why playing God with food without fully researching the ramifications could be more harm than good

[Michael Biltonen · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice easy read. Unfortunately, not much depth to the topic, though it was obviously intended for the layperson. Nonetheless, a very nice background on the topic with insight into why GE crops are simply not a good idea on any level. Unless, of course, you work for Monsanto or their ilk.