>> "Though we do not yet own any sterile seed technology, we think it
>> is important to respond to those concerns at this time by making
>> clear our commitment not to commercialize gene protection systems
>>that render seed sterile," Shapiro said.
> I see Shapiro's comments above as PR.
Of course it is PR! They don't think there is anything wrong or dangerous
about the technology. Monsanto is finally waking up to the fact that they
have to bow to public opinion, even if it is wrong.
> But you just KNOW that they've got other gene protection systems in
> the wings.
Hybrid seed is the principal gene protection system. So, what else is new?
> That is, they come up with such an egregious and horrendous idea,
> put it out there for everyone to see, then heroically spare us
> from it...
Shouldn't you be more gracious in victory? After all, they are doing what
environmentalists wanted!
Dale
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