Cornell Scientist’s Quest: Perfect Broccoli

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/10/dining/a-scientist-helps-to-reinvent-broccoli.html?_r=0

by stevewillows • 13 years ago

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jostmey• 13 years ago

I appreciate this line or work - it is truly real research. But why does Bjorkman "cringe" at using more advanced technology for genetic modification, as mentioned at the bottom of the 1st page? I wish the article would discuss his reasons.

cookingrobot• 13 years ago

I think they're saying that "food purists" and critics (who are generally fine with Bjorkman's science) cringe at the idea of genetic engineering.

paulannesley• 13 years ago

“… his collaboration with large seed companies like Monsanto …”

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monsanto#Legal_actions_and_cont...

stock_toaster• 13 years ago

This made me frown too when I read it in the article (talk about reactionary!).

Monsanto really does seem like the quintessential "evil corporation".

I do like broccoli though!

Cornell Scientist’s Quest: Perfect Broccoli

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