Description |
xix, 232 p. ; 23 cm. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 209-217) and index. |
Indexed In: |
Library Journal Starred, December 2007 |
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Booklist starred, December 2007 |
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Publisher's Weekly, November 2007 |
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Kirkus Review, December 2007 |
Summary |
Argues that the seeds that provide the world with food, fiber, and fuel are at risk from agricultural technologies, patents and corporate ownership, and the degradation of the environment; examines reasons why the author believes genetic engineering is not right for agriculture; and urges consumers to participate in the movement to restore agriculture to its ecological roots. |
Audience |
Adult Follett Library Resources |
Subject |
Agriculture -- Political aspects.
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Biotechnology -- Political aspects.
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Transgenic plants -- Economic aspects.
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Consumer protection -- Citizen participation.
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Seeds.
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ISBN |
0807085804 |
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