Alvarado Street Bakery would never knowingly use any ingredient (including our soy-based lecithin and organic corn) that has been genetically altered. We are in support of the growing movement here in the United States that wants the Federal government to insist that foods containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) be clearly labeled. All of our sprouted breads and bagels are made without adding oil.

Genetically modified ingredients (GMIs) used in food production are ingredients produced from genetically modified organisms (GMOs). We recognise that in some markets a majority of consumers prefer products not associated with genetic modification and we'll respond to their requirements. In addition, we'll always follow regulatory requirements in order to ensure that our labelling clearly informs consumers of any GMIs.

No, all the ingredients used in the manufacture of our chocolates are guaranteed by our suppliers to be GMO-free.

Genetic modification of plants and animals goes against the principles of organic food and farming. No GM inputs are allowed in the organic system and if they are found in produce it cannot be sold as organic. The EU is currently revising the organic regulations and is actually proposing that food with up to 0.9% GM contamination should be allowed to be sold as organic and not labelled as GM. That could mean almost one in a hundred mouthfuls of organic food could be genetically modified.

Absolutely not. Frutels contain no artificial ingredients or preservatives. All components of Frutels are made in the USA.

Well, as you can imagine, the MNCs that import and export agricultural commodities want genetically modified foods to circulate freely throughout the world. In order to benefit its multinational corporations, world leaders in GMOs, the United States is lobbying diligently to knock down what has been called the “cautionary principle”, that the scientific world has used for centuries.

It is clear from the research that we have examined that GMOs are potentially extremely dangerous to humans and other living organisms. To ensure that our products are GMO-free, we use only USDA certified organic ingredients. The current USDA organic standards prohibit the use of GMOs. If you 'd like to learn more about GMOs, a good place to start is the website www.saynotogmos.org

A genetically modified organism (GMO) is any organism in which the genes or other genetic material have been modified by using in vitro (recombinant DNA) techniques.

The Authority does not make decisions on GM Food as such. The import or labelling of genetically modified food is covered by the Food Act and Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ, formely known as Australia New Zealand Food Authority, ANZFA). However, the HSNO Act does cover the genetic modification of living organisms that may later be consumed as food e.g. vegetables or dairy cattle.

At Arnott's Australia/New Zealand, we're doing as much as is technically possible to ensure our products do not contain genetically modified organisms: Our policy is to use non-GE ingredients. We audit existing and new ingredient suppliers on an ongoing basis and we've also added a provision in their contracts stipulating our requirement for non-GE ingredients.

No, but it's worth explaining a bit about the what "genetically-modified" really means for our products. All the tomatoes we use are hybrid varieties, but are done the "Luther Burbank Way" with manual cross-pollination. Several years ago there was some press coverage of major tomato-producing companies' attempts to cultivate genetically-engineered tomatoes. Those companies ultimately withdrew their efforts due to the outcry.

Our seed exchange is only for traditional, public domain varieties. We are dedicated to conserving the broad plant gene pool, and modern engineered varieties are simply not part of that interest. Besides, since most genetically modified plants are patented, it would be illegal for our members to save seeds and exchange them.

No, we carry only certified organic products. In order for products to be certified organic, they must be free from any genetic modifications. Yes. When produce is in season in British Columbia we work directly with a network of over 30 certified organic farms. We have selected these farms based on thorough research of over 100 organic farms in British Columbia.

Genetically modified organisms” is a term used to describe many different biotechnologies, some of which are controversial. The enzymes Iogen manufactures are all natural enzymes, made by the fungus, Trichoderma reesei. This production organism is classified as Risk Group 0, and therefore offers no risk to human health. Iogen’s process will have no impact on the ecosystem or the food chain.

Sealord has a GM policy. Sealord will avoid the use of all genetically modified materials in its product range. We work with our suppliers so that only ingredients declared as non-GM are used in our products.

Yes. All of our soy oils come from soybean processors who purchase soybeans on the open market. According to USDA figures for 2007, 91% of all soybeans produced in the United States are genetically modified (GM) for herbicide resistance. The main benefits of using GM soybeans are that they are readily available and affordable, because they cost farmers less to grow. There are environmental benefits also.

The source of the soybeans is nonGMO and they undergo an extensive identity preservation process. PCR testing is also performed on the material. PCR testing of the soybeans looks for any indication of the presence of genetic modification. The results for this product are PCR negative (negative for the presence of DNA from Round Up Ready soybeans), indicating an absence of genetically modified material. The soybeans used to produce this product are not nonGMO.

Leanne Hachey of CBC News Online, summed it up best in her article: "The fuss over genetically modified food" What's for dinner? It used to be the answer to that household mantra was an issue for debate among family members only. Not any more. Now scientists, advocacy groups, economists, trade experts, geneticists -- and let's not leave out the politicians -- all want a say in what's being served up for dinner. The food fuss revolves around one phrase: genetic modification.

No. All of the soybeans used by our company have been cultivated by traditional breeding methods and not been genetically modified using DNA technology.

These are defined as bacteria, viruses, fungi, plant and animal cells, plants and animals, capable of replication or of transferring genetic material in which the genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally by mating or natural recombination. In the past 30 years, the development and use of genetic engineering techniques has brought many useful applications in agriculture, food processing, pharmaceuticals, environmental clean-up, forensic science and other areas.