Alfalfa in the USA may soon be available in a Genetically Engineered (GE) variety. Alfalfa, a grass fed to animals and humans alike. Wonder if this should concern you? Here's an easy to understand explanation on the difference between selective breeding and genetic engineering.
Some additional comments from the Union of Concerned Scientists.
I also highly recommend the book Seeds of Deception by Jeffery Smith, but before you run out and read the book, take a moment to visit The True Food Network and and send an email to the USDA. In my opinion this is one of those things where I feel we need to be extra cautious - you can't put the genie back in the bottle after it's been released...
USDA comment period ends March 3, 2010.
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