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University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Statewide Biotechnology Workgroup
Focuses on issues related to agriculture, food, animals and agricultural biotechnology. Provides science-based educational tools and research information to promote discussion about agricultural biotechnology and its impact on society and its resources.
Economic Research Service (United States Department of Agiculture).
An article posted by the Economic Research Service (ERS), part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), that shows the increasing use of genetically engineered (GE) foods in the United States.
Genetic Science Learning Center (University of Utah).
This is an overview of genetically modified (GM) foods provided by the Genetic Science Learnign Center (GSLC) at the University of Utah.
Environmental Protection Agency (United States).
Lists current and previously registered plant-incorporated protectants (PIPs). Each undergo a risk assessment based on strict scientific standards and extensive input from academia, industry, other federal agencies and the public.