Browse GMO Claims
Explore 10 claims fact-checked against scientific evidence.
Golden Rice can help address Vitamin A deficiency
Golden Rice, a genetically engineered variety of rice, produces beta-carotene and can help reduce Vitamin A deficiency in developing countries.
GMO crops require more pesticides than conventional crops
Genetically modified crops are engineered to require significantly more pesticide use than conventional farming methods, increasing environmental harm.
Bt crops reduce insecticide use significantly
Crops engineered with Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) toxin have been shown to reduce insecticide applications by up to 50% in some regions.
GMOs cause gluten intolerance and celiac disease
The rise in GMO wheat and other crops is directly responsible for the increase in gluten intolerance and celiac disease diagnoses.
Herbicide-resistant GMO crops can lead to superweeds
The widespread use of herbicide-resistant GMO crops has contributed to the emergence of herbicide-resistant weeds, creating agricultural challenges.
All GMO foods must be labeled in the United States
The United States requires mandatory labeling of all genetically modified foods sold to consumers.
GMO crops have higher yields than conventional varieties
Genetically modified crops consistently produce higher yields than their conventional counterparts under all growing conditions.
The scientific consensus supports GMO safety
Major scientific organizations worldwide, including the WHO, NAS, and EFSA, have concluded that currently approved GMO foods are safe to eat.
GMO seeds cannot be saved and replanted by farmers
Farmers who use GMO seeds are legally and technically prevented from saving seeds for replanting, creating dependency on seed companies.
GMO crops are unsafe for human consumption
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food are dangerous to human health and cause cancer, allergies, and other diseases.