Monsanto Will Continue the Fight Against GMO Labeling

“Excellent article with a lot of interesting information on Monsanto, it’s shareholders meeting and how our government is doing all it can to push these frankenfoods world wide. You can read articles and watch videos on this site that document the dangers of GMO crops so why is all this evidence being ignored? What’s the real agenda behind the pushing of these crops everywhere?” Admin

At a January 2014 Monsanto shareholders’ meeting, two rather disturbing trends took place (though, admittedly, neither was entirely surprising).

First, it was readily apparent that the company has no intention of taking steps to label genetically modified (GM) foods, and any such proposals by shareholders do not stand a chance of being voted through.

Second, Monsanto’s power doesn’t end outside of their boardroom… at least two dozen on-duty police were on hand to “control” the 30-40 peaceful protestors in favor of mandatory GM labeling. As Daily RFT reported:1

“…two things were clear: mandatory GMO labels aren’t happening any time soon, and the police have Monsanto’s back.” ….

The report reveals startling moves made by the US government to protect companies like Monsanto and put biotech-friendly policies in place worldwide. For example, according to the report:

The State Department targeted foreign reporters and hosted and coordinated pro-biotech conferences and public events to improve the image of agricultural biotechnology overseas and overcome widespread public opposition to GM crops and foods
The State Department promoted pro-biotech policies and the products of Monsanto and others while encouraging the cultivation of GM crops around the world, especially in the developing world
The State Department implemented a “coordinated effort” to pass GM-friendly regulations in the developing world, including lobby campaigns in Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria
The State Department works with the U.S. Trade Representative to “promote the export of biotech crops and to force nations that do not want these imports to accept U.S. biotech foods and crops”