Fw: GMO wheat application by Monsanto

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Subject: GMO wheat application by Monsanto

Date: Tue, 04 Feb 2003 13:48:44 -0000

Hi everyone,

If this speaks to you, please spread the word...

Misty

http://www.searching-alternatives.com

Please spread the following letter far and near. We would like

hundreds, possible thousands of signatures on this letter requesting

that Monsanto's application for approval of their GMO wheat be

denied. For questions, please contact Jim Diamond, M.D.

jim.diamond@...

Friends,

Monsanto has applied to the FDA for commercial approval of

genetically engineered wheat. This would have far-reaching effects

on farmers, consumers, and the environment. Organic farmers will

face genetic contamination -- industrial pollution with a life of

its own. Conventional farmers will lose the right to save seed as

Monsanto enforces its patents, and also will lose overseas markets

because genetically engineered (GMO) grains aren't accepted. Prices

will fall, as already has occurred with corn. We all lose as the

DNA of " the staff of life " is adulterated by hacked, corporate-

controlled genetic code whose chief rationale is to ensure the sale

of more RoundUp. Both human health and the health of the

environment may be adversely affected, and the right to choice will

not exist. We'll also get more RoundUp in our diet. Wheat -- the

amber waves of grain in the song -- are grasses, closely related to

many wild relatives. Gene splicing will spread from farms into

nature at large rapidly and with unpredictable longer-term results.

For instance, other genes or alternative metabolic pathways can be

affected.

Whether you agree with what I've written or only part, whether you

believe that we should hold up only a yellow flag or need a red stop

sign, please consider signing our petition. We're seeking the

broadest possible coalition of those opposed to making our daily

bread, a resource developed since the dawn of agriculture, into

Monsanto's - or anyone's -- cash cow.

Thanks! Signatures should be sent to,

Jim Diamond, M.D.

(address and sign-on info below the letter)

LETTER: OPPOSE GENETICALLY ENGINEERED WHEAT!

Dear Secretary Veneman:

Genetically engineered (also called GM) wheat raises concerns in many

sectors, both domestically and abroad. Farmers and grain industry

participants are concerned about market loss and risks to the United

States' distinguished reputation for quality wheat varieties. In

addition, farmers are concerned about agronomic impacts. Consumers

are concerned about food safety and regulatory adequacy. Many

citizens are concerned about environmental damage. Organic farmers

are concerned about negative effects on the United States'

successful organic sector. Not every organization or individual that

has signed this letter shares every one of these concerns. However,

for one or more of the preceding reasons we, the undersigned, oppose

the introduction of GM wheat into the American food supply and seed

supply.

Overwhelming numbers of American farmers and consumers, as well as

customers for American wheat overseas, have said that they do not

want GM wheat at this time. We hope the American government will act

democratically, heed the wishes of its citizens, and act in the best

economic interests of farmers.

We represent diverse constituencies and interests, but we are united

in asking that you act to prevent the introduction of genetically

engineered wheat into American food and fields.

Signed:

Individuals -- please send name, city, and State --

Groups and organizations -- please send a signed letter or an e-mail

authorizing use of your organization's name --

to --

Jim Diamond, M.D.

Sierra Club Genetic Engineering Committee

jim.diamond@...

No addresses will be used for fund raising or shared.

Permission is given to print or forward this message to others

S-mail:

Jim Diamond, M.D.

Sierra Club Genetic Engineering Committee

85 Second St.

San Francisco, Ca 94105

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Subject: GMO wheat application by Monsanto

Date: Tue, 04 Feb 2003 13:48:44 -0000

Hi everyone,

If this speaks to you, please spread the word...

Misty

http://www.searching-alternatives.com

Please spread the following letter far and near. We would like

hundreds, possible thousands of signatures on this letter requesting

that Monsanto's application for approval of their GMO wheat be

denied. For questions, please contact Jim Diamond, M.D.

jim.diamond@...

Friends,

Monsanto has applied to the FDA for commercial approval of

genetically engineered wheat. This would have far-reaching effects

on farmers, consumers, and the environment. Organic farmers will

face genetic contamination -- industrial pollution with a life of

its own. Conventional farmers will lose the right to save seed as

Monsanto enforces its patents, and also will lose overseas markets

because genetically engineered (GMO) grains aren't accepted. Prices

will fall, as already has occurred with corn. We all lose as the

DNA of " the staff of life " is adulterated by hacked, corporate-

controlled genetic code whose chief rationale is to ensure the sale

of more RoundUp. Both human health and the health of the

environment may be adversely affected, and the right to choice will

not exist. We'll also get more RoundUp in our diet. Wheat -- the

amber waves of grain in the song -- are grasses, closely related to

many wild relatives. Gene splicing will spread from farms into

nature at large rapidly and with unpredictable longer-term results.

For instance, other genes or alternative metabolic pathways can be

affected.

Whether you agree with what I've written or only part, whether you

believe that we should hold up only a yellow flag or need a red stop

sign, please consider signing our petition. We're seeking the

broadest possible coalition of those opposed to making our daily

bread, a resource developed since the dawn of agriculture, into

Monsanto's - or anyone's -- cash cow.

Thanks! Signatures should be sent to,

Jim Diamond, M.D.

(address and sign-on info below the letter)

LETTER: OPPOSE GENETICALLY ENGINEERED WHEAT!

Dear Secretary Veneman:

Genetically engineered (also called GM) wheat raises concerns in many

sectors, both domestically and abroad. Farmers and grain industry

participants are concerned about market loss and risks to the United

States' distinguished reputation for quality wheat varieties. In

addition, farmers are concerned about agronomic impacts. Consumers

are concerned about food safety and regulatory adequacy. Many

citizens are concerned about environmental damage. Organic farmers

are concerned about negative effects on the United States'

successful organic sector. Not every organization or individual that

has signed this letter shares every one of these concerns. However,

for one or more of the preceding reasons we, the undersigned, oppose

the introduction of GM wheat into the American food supply and seed

supply.

Overwhelming numbers of American farmers and consumers, as well as

customers for American wheat overseas, have said that they do not

want GM wheat at this time. We hope the American government will act

democratically, heed the wishes of its citizens, and act in the best

economic interests of farmers.

We represent diverse constituencies and interests, but we are united

in asking that you act to prevent the introduction of genetically

engineered wheat into American food and fields.

Signed:

Individuals -- please send name, city, and State --

Groups and organizations -- please send a signed letter or an e-mail

authorizing use of your organization's name --

to --

Jim Diamond, M.D.

Sierra Club Genetic Engineering Committee

jim.diamond@...

No addresses will be used for fund raising or shared.

Permission is given to print or forward this message to others

S-mail:

Jim Diamond, M.D.

Sierra Club Genetic Engineering Committee

85 Second St.

San Francisco, Ca 94105