Some background that’s important to understand when using this list-
The Safe Seed Pledge
“Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend. We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for future generations. For the benefit of all farmers, gardeners and consumers who want an alternative, we pledge that we do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants. The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms poses great biological risks, as well as economic, political and cultural threats. We feel that genetically engineered varieties have been insufficiently tested prior to public release. More research and testing is necessary to further assess the potential risks of genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to support agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately healthy people and communities.”
History of the Safe Seed Pledge
The Safe Seed Pledge was created in 1999 when High Mowing Organic Seeds guided a coalition of 9 other seed companies in drafting a statement about the signers’ stance on genetic engineering. Over 70 companies have signed the pledge, ranging from large seed companies to family-owned businesses such as ours.
In signing the Safe Seed Pledge we affirm our commitment to non-GMO (genetically modified organism) seed. We feel that the regulatory framework for the introduction of genetically modified crop varieties is flawed, and that GMO seeds themselves present a threat to plants’ genetic diversity through their ability to pollinate non-GMO plants.
But then Monsanto comes along….
It’s not terribly easy to avoid them, which is why we’ve compiled the list below
In 2005, Monsanto purchased Semenis which was (and is) the world’s largest seed company and now they own thousands of conventional seed companies in addition to their GMO seed business. Monsanto now owns 40% of the conventional seed market in the US and 20% of the worldwide market, including organics and heirlooms. It’s not terribly easy to avoid them, which is why we’ve compiled the list below list with the help of readers and some experts from the field, both to help you navigate through things as well as encouragement for companies to take part in the boycott so that they may also qualify to have their names included.
Use this link below to access the full article and list from Occupy Monsanto:
Is Johnny's Seed of Maine owned by Monsanto? It's not on this list.
ReplyDeletelook all we want is good healthy organic food why can't we have organic more easy you make it hard fare us.
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ReplyDeleteDo u not understand that "organic" food can also be grown by monsanto seeds?!
ReplyDeleteDo you not understand what they just wrote u say organic. But its not truly organic if you're using Monsantos "organic" seeds... People really need rough read context before saying something!!!!
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ReplyDeleteIf a seed is GM (genetically modified) it cannot be organic.Which monsanto is GM. You could still grow it using organic methods, however it is still toxic due to the modification
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ReplyDeleteMary's Heirloom Seeds is not on the list and we aren't owned by Monsanto!!!
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