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GM Crops: More Important to Africa’s Food Security Than Ever

by Vijay Jayaraj

The economic situation in Africa has improved a lot since the 1990s. Yet, rampant poverty and food insecurity still impact millions of lives there.Currently, there is a huge demand/supply gap in the agricultural sector. At least three hundred million are malnourished.The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization defines food security as “a situation that exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets … [Read more...]

Dated: December 16, 2020

Tagged With: Africa, African Agriculture, Food, Food Insecurity, Genetically Modified Organism, GMO
Filed Under: Bridging Humanity and the Environment, Economics, Poverty & Development, Environmental Subjects, Food, Health & Agriculture

When Rice is Worth Gold: Legalization of Golden Rice in the Fight against Poverty

by Vijay Jayaraj

Golden Rice was declared safe for consumption by Canada recently. This has huge implications for the rest of the world, where Golden Rice can be vital resource in tackling vitamin A deficiency and malnutrition. Genetically modified (GM) crops are engineered to display traits that are otherwise absent or subdued in natural crops. For example, gene modification results in crops that are highly resistant to diseases and more accustomed to extreme weather conditions. Sometimes, these crops also … [Read more...]

Dated: April 17, 2018

Tagged With: Eye Health, Genetic Modification, Genetically Modified Food, Genetically Modified Organism, GM, GMO, Golden Rice, Vitamin A
Filed Under: Bridging Humanity and the Environment, Climate & Energy, Food, Health & Agriculture

Answering Objections about Genetically Modified Organisms

by Tracy C. Miller

Opponents of genetically modified (GM) crops raise a number of questions and objections to growing them and including them in the food supply. Although they cite scientific research to support their claims, a careful review of the literature suggests there is very little evidence to support any of the claims about harmful health effects of GM food. For this reason, combined with the many potential benefits, governments should not restrict the use of genetically modified organisms … [Read more...]

Dated: December 12, 2017

Tagged With: Agriculture, Food, Genetically Modified Organism, GMO, GMO Food
Filed Under: Agricultural Chemicals, Bridging Humanity and the Environment, Climate & Energy, Food, Health & Agriculture, Global Warming Science, Organic Food, Poverty, Regulation

A Theological Framework for Evaluating Genetically Modified Food

by Jordan Ballor

Source: Freeimages.com

The public debate regarding genetically modified (GM) food has for the most part been driven by practical considerations. For those on the side of GM food, the economic and social benefits far outweigh any possible negative consequences (if there even are any). In this vein, Reason magazine science correspondent Ronald Bailey points out, “With biotech corn, U.S. farmers have saved an estimated $200 million by avoiding extra cultivation and reducing insecticide spraying. U.S. cotton farmers have … [Read more...]

Dated: October 31, 2005

Tagged With: Agriculture, Christian, Evangelical, Food, Genetically Modified Organism, GMO, Theology
Filed Under: Farming Methods, Food Ethics, Food, Health & Agriculture, Religion & Ethics, Religion & Science

How Will We Feed Africa?

by Rev. Michael Oluwatuyi

Environmental activists are spending millions of dollars in their campaign to ban genetically modified foods, as millions of Africans starve. These activists, who must believe that ideology is a good substitute for bread on the table, need to understand some simple truths. Human activity is based on living a healthy life. Sufficient food is the first requirement for health, which gives people the strength to flourish and live productive lives. Hunger and undernourishment undermine human society, … [Read more...]

Dated: October 31, 2005

Tagged With: Africa, Biotechnology, Environmentalism, Food, Genetically Modified Organism, GMO, Hunger, Poverty
Filed Under: Economics, Poverty & Development, Environmental Subjects, Farming Methods, Food, Health & Agriculture, Land Use, Poverty

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Future Speaking Engagements

May 23, 2025 – Grand Rapids, MI

GR.Church, 4525 Stauffer Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Dr. E. Calvin Beisner, Cornwall Alliance President, and Steve Goreham, Cornwall Alliance Board Member, will hold a symposium on Sustainable Energy, Climate Change, and the costs to YOUR life.  For tickets and more information, click HERE.

June 18-21, 2025–Dallas, TX

Cornwall Alliance will be a host of the Association of Classical Christian Schools’ (ACCS) annual Repairing the Ruins conference in Dallas, TX, and will have an exhibit booth.

Details and registration can be found HERE.

September 19-20–Arlington, VA

Dr Beisner will represent the Cornwall Alliance at the fall meeting of the Philadelphia Society and will have a literature table.

Attendance is for Society members and invited guests only. To inquire about an invitation, email Dr. Cal Beisner: Calvin@cornwallalliance.org.

September 26-27– Lynchburg, VA

Dr. Beisner will be speaking at the Christian Education Initiative Annual Summit, “Advancing Christ’s Kingdom Through Biblical Worldview Education.” 

Details and registration can be found HERE.

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