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Subject: [DMSO] Monsanto Stock Dropping

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ly-reaping-its-just-desserts.aspx

Good News - Evil Monsanto Finally Reaping Its Just Desserts

Posted By Dr. Mercola | October 23 2010 | 1,281 views

Monsanto, the giant biotechnology agriculture company that created

genetically modified corn, soybeans and herbicides, isn't riding so high

this year in the stocks department, as news comes in that its products

aren't working like they'd hoped.

According to the New York Times, weeds are becoming immune to Monsanto's

herbicide Roundup, and its latest genetically modified, 8-gene corn is a

flop, producing yields no higher than the company's less expensive corn,

which contains only three foreign genes.

" Monsanto has already been forced to sharply cut prices on SmartStax and

on its newest soybean seeds, called Roundup Ready 2 Yield, as sales fell

below projections, " the Times said. " And the Justice Department is

investigating Monsanto for possible antitrust violations. "

" Until now, Monsanto's main challenge has come from opponents of

genetically modified crops, who have slowed their adoption in Europe and

some other regions. Now, however, the skeptics also include farmers and

investors who were once in Monsanto's camp. "

Monsanto was named " company of the year " by Forbes Magazine in December.

Last week, television stock market commentator Jim Cramer said it " may

be the worst stock of 2010, " the Times said.

Sources:

New York Times October 5, 2010

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Since the 1980s, Monsanto has become the world leader in genetic

modification of seeds, succeeding in at least 674 biotechnology patents,

more than any other company -- and they showed no signs of stopping .

until now.

It seems Monsanto's glory days may be coming to an end, which is a

refreshing turnaround from last December, when Forbes declared this evil

corporation " company of the year " -- for reasons that truly boggle the mind.

Now, the tide is turning, and as the Times pointed out, signs are

suggesting that Monsanto's " winning streak " is over:

* Monsanto's newest genetically modified (GM) product, SmartStax corn,

provides no greater yields than older products, despite being more expensive

* Weeds are growing resistant to Monsanto's Roundup

* The Justice Department is investigating Monsanto for possible

antitrust violations

Already, shares of Monsanto's stock have fallen 42 percent since

January, and earnings for the fiscal year are expected to be well under

projections.

To say this news makes me overjoyed is an understatement, as this

company represents one of the biggest threats to your future health, and

that of the planet.

Monsanto Monstrosities Swept Under the Rug

Why is Monsanto top on my hit list of evil corporations? Here is just a

short list of the many improprieties and outright crimes committed by

Monsanto:

* Suing small farmers for patent infringement after Monsanto's GM seeds

spread wildly into surrounding farmers' fields, contaminating their

conventional crops

* Secretly discharging PCB-laden toxic waste into an Alabama creek, and

dumping millions of pounds of PCBs into open-pit landfills for decades

after PCBs were banned in the US for being a possible carcinogen.

* Being found guilty of bribery to bypass Indonesian law requiring an

environmental assessment review for its genetically engineered cotton.

* Last year, the supreme court of France found Monsanto guilty of

falsely advertising its herbicide Roundup as " biodegradable " and

" environmentally friendly. " Scientific evaluation discovered that

glyphosate, the active ingredient in RoundUp, is acutely toxic to fish

and birds and can kill beneficial insects and soil organisms that

maintain ecological balance. Additionally, the surfactant ingredient in

Roundup is more acutely toxic than glyphosate itself, and the

combination of the two is even more toxic.

* In 2007, the South African Advertising Standards Authority also found

Monsanto guilty of lying when advertising that " no negative reactions to

Genetically Modified food have been reported. "

* According to one EPA scientist, Monsanto doctored studies and

covered-up dioxin contamination of a wide range of its products. She

concluded that the company's behaviour constituted " a long pattern of

fraud. "

* In 1999, the New York Times exposed that Monsanto's PR firm, Burson

Marsteller, had paid fake " pro-GMO " food demonstrators to counteract a

group of anti-biotech protesters outside a Washington, DC FDA meeting.

This should give you a clue as to why I'm thrilled that Monsanto appears

to be falling out of favor, at least in the stock market realm.

Be Warned: Monsanto Has People on the Inside

Despite their falling stock prices, I don't expect Monsanto to disappear

from the radar. They will continue to produce as many genetically

modified crops and chemicals as the world population will accept.

And they've got help at every turn, including from leaders in the U.S.

government. , a former vice president of public policy and

chief lobbyist at Monsanto Company, is the deputy commissioner for foods

at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Who is ? He is the person who " oversaw the creation of GMO

policy, " according to , the leading spokesperson on the

dangers of GM foods. continues:

" If GMOs are indeed responsible for massive sickness and death, then the

individual who oversaw the FDA policy that facilitated their

introduction holds a uniquely infamous role in human history. That

person is . He had been Monsanto's attorney before

becoming policy chief at the FDA. Soon after, he became Monsanto's vice

president and chief lobbyist. "

The FDA policy being referred to is the 1992 GMO policy, which stated:

" The agency is not aware of any information showing that foods derived

by these new methods [genetic engineering] differ from other foods in

any meaningful or uniform way. "

In reality, there was major concern among FDA scientists that GM foods

were in fact different than natural foods, and that their creation could

prompt unknown and unpredictable health problems.

Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack, now the Secretary of Agriculture, is

also widely regarded as a shill for biotech giants like Monsanto (he

even reportedly often travels in Monsanto's jet). There are other less

noticeable connections too, such as Sharon Long, a former member of

Monsanto's board of directors who was part of Obama's scientific

advisory team during the election/campaign.

Let's Really Give Monsanto the Boot

This could be the beginning of the end for Monsanto . if we can continue

to drive the momentum that's forming against the creation and

proliferation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

The first step you have already done, and that is to get informed. You

can continue to spread the word further by sharing this article with

your friends and family.

Next, hit Monsanto where it counts ... their bottom line. By boycotting

all GM foods and instead supporting organic (and local) farmers who do

not use Monsanto's GM seeds, you are using your wallet to make your

opinions known.

Most people want to avoid GMOs but it is virtually impossible to do so,

since the government prevents GMO labeling.

However, Jeffery has compiled a resource for you to avoid the

government block of information. It is the free Non-GMO Shopping Guide.

We realize that with the challenging economy it is very difficult for

many to donate money to help this cause, so we are merely asking for

your time and connections with your family and friends.

You can really help by making this message go viral. So if you are

convinced that GMO foods should not be in the US, please send this

information to everyone you know; post it on Facebook and Twitter.

You can also print out the Non-GMO Shopping Guide and give it to your

friends and family.

If you feel more ambitious you can also order the Non-GMO Shopping Tips

brochure in bulk, and bring them to the grocery stores in your area.

Talk to the owner or manager and get permission to post them in their store.

October is Non-GMO Month! Here's How to Get Involved .

There are a number of different ways for you to get actively involved

during Non-GMO (genetically modified organisms) Month . which may as

well be called Non-Monsanto Month, too, given that they're the leader in

the GMO industry. Here is a list of Action Item for you to pick and

choose from:

1. Distribute WIDELY the Non-GMO Shopping Guide to help you identify and

avoid foods with GMOs. Remember to look for products (including organic

products) that feature the Non-GMO Project Verified Seal to be sure that

at-risk ingredients have been tested for GMO content.

2. Download the Non-GMO Shopping Tips brochure and keep it with you

whenever you shop, or download the free iPhone application that is

available in the iTunes store. You can find it by searching for

ShopNoGMO in the applications.

You can also order the Non-GMO Shopping Tips brochure in bulk and give

it to your family and friends.

3. Urge food manufacturers to join the Non-GMO Project and become

Non-GMO Project Verified. This is currently the only way for

manufacturers to get around the fact that there's no GM-labeling system.

4. Urge your local food retailers to join the Non-GMO Project's

Supporting Retailer Program.

5. If your budget allows support this urgent mission by generously

donating to the Institute of Responsible Technology.

6. Bring the film Hidden Dangers in Kid's Meals to your local access TV

station, or perhaps your child's school, along with some educational

material specifically designed for teachers and educators.

7. Share Your Milk on Drugs - Just Say No!, and 's lecture,

Everything You Have to Know About Dangerous Genetically Modified Foods

with everyone you know. Post them to your Facebook page, or email the

links to your network of friends and family.

8. Join the Non-GMO Project on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter.

Together, We Control the Future of Our Food

Please join us in this important campaign. Do as much or as little as

you can. Maybe you can't make a donation to IRT, but you can distribute

20 Non-GMO shopping guides to your closest family and friends.

Plus, all orders placed through Mercola.com, starting October 6th, will

receive a FREE, printed 16-page Non-GMO Shopping Guide.*

No purchase necessary. You may also download the Non-GMO Shopping Guide,

for free, here.

Please, support this urgent mission by donating to the Institute of

Responsible Technology, a non-profit organization.

Together, we can make a difference. Together, we can reach the tipping

point and push GMOs out of our food supply.

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