Genetically Engineered Trees In Ontario? A Discussion Of The Environmental Risks

Genetically engineered (GE or genetically modified) trees are no longer far fetched. US researchers want approval to plant a GE American chestnut tree in the wild, in the US and Canada. Speaker: Dr. Ricarda Stienbrecher, UK Dr. Ricarda Steinbrecher is a biologist and molecular geneticist. She has been examining the risks and impacts of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) on agriculture and the environment since 1995. She is involved in UN-led processes and has been appointed to international expert groups on the risk assessment of GMOs, as well as synthetic biology. Snacks & refreshments provided (from Rabbit Dash) Free admission. Everyone welcome Presented by the National Farmers Union-Ontario Bruce Local 320 and the Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) www.cban.ca/events