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Subject: Seeds of Resistance
WHAT'S NEW ON CORPORATE WATCH
The Watchdog on the Web <http://www.corpwatch.org>
May 25, 2000
Seeds of Resistance: The Battle Against Genetically Engineered Food
http://www.corpwatch.org/feature/biotech/index.html
The movement of environmentalists, consumers, farmers and trade
activists against "Frankenfood" is just beginning to gather steam in the
US. Corporate Watch looks at North American grassroots groups fighting
for sustainable agriculture and a ban on genetically engineered food.
Our coverage includes original reporting along with headlines,
background and in-depth resources.
Stolen Harvest: A Corporate Watch Interview with Vandana Shiva
http://www.corpwatch.org/feature/biotech/vshiva.html
This leading anti-globalization and environmental activist talks about
Indian farmers and consumers who are fighting genetically engineered
crops. She also discusses global resistance to corporate control of the
world's food supply.
China and the WTO: The House Approves the China Trade Bill
http://www.corpwatch.org/feature/wto/index.html#china
Rob Weissman and Russel Mokhiber make the case against PNTR, while
Annurhada Mittal of Food First and Walden Bello of Focus on the Global
South call for a labor-environment alliance that won't bash China. We
offer a range of perspectives and news.
What's Ahead: The Counter Petroleum Congress
When the World Petroleum Congress holds its summit in Calgary, Canada
next month Corporate Watch will be there covering the industry meeting
and the activist Counter Congress. Look for coverage in mid-June.
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