Simplot Says it has made a Better Potato
On 5/9/2013 10:23 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
> "Pete C." > wrote in message
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>> Julie Bove wrote:
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>>> Just what we need. More Frankenfoods!
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>> How is this a "frankenfood"? It's all potato, so it isn't really a GMO
>> it's more appropriately thought of as a hybrid that has been produced
>> under more controlled conditions. It has no genes from other species,
>> produces no built-in pesticides, etc.
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> But it sounds like it is GMO.
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Genetically modified, yes, but my take on it is it's more of a hybrid.
Like some people cross-pollinate roses to create a slightly different,
hardier bloom.
Jill
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