Topic: Arborgen

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Sell Your Kidney!
Episode 126 1:03:57 - 1:07:33

126: Sell Your Kidney!

Banana Extinction, Genetically Modified Forests

A fungal disease threatening global banana supplies leads to a discussion on the potential for Monsanto to introduce genetically modified replacements. Similarly, International Paper and ArborGen are seeking USDA permission to plant genetically engineered forest trees in the United States. The hosts express concern over the "Frankenforest" trend and the industrialization of natural ecosystems.