I cannot understand why anyone would ever deny themselves the opportunity to use science to further the production, protection and fortification of our food supply.

I am strongly and adamantly opposed to any restriction on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or genetically engineered (GE) materials. In fact, I think the counties and politicians that slam the door on GMOs are short-sighted fools.

If you can genetically modify a plant or crop to be drought resistant, insect resistant, vitamin fortified, protein enhanced or improved for the benefit of mankind, then we need to do it!

The farmer needs every edge they can get to constantly meet the needs of our global consumers. GMOs are just the 21st century's answer to "grafting" and artificial insemination only at the molecular level. This is one of the main reasons we all studied science and biology in the first place. To deny ourselves the opportunity to benefit mankind from the research and advancements in GMOs is irresponsible and just plain stupid.

I strongly support the Farm Bureau and farmers everywhere who are on this cutting edge of agriculture. I cannot abide people who constantly use scare tactics and "junk science" to restrict research, development and the use of GMOs.

Kenny Parlet lives in Lakeport.

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