Thursday, May 9, 2013

"One company can affect the world: Are Monsanto's products the new DDT?" ~ Cynthia G. Creel May 8, 2013





"One company can affect the world:
Are Monsanto's products the new DDT?"

~ Cynthia G. Creel
May 8, 2013

 My Story:

 When I was growing up many of the created dangers from companies were overlooked  It wasn't until the 70's that I had an idea that companies don't always do what is best for others, but always  promote what they are marketing to strengthen their bottom line. The pesticide DDT (dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane) was ban when I was a teen and the memory of it's long term effect has stayed with me and given me the reality of our choices and some of the effects where I live and others though out the world.

 It was one product affecting many, developed by one company. An idea that was meant to create a positive and move to an overall negative. I live in a world to day that I see much of the same pattern being followed. I question the positive effects of the giant, Monsanto. Is the  good they claim seems to be out weighed by the negative? The evidence is mounting. Adjustments are needed?

History of DDT:

According to the Environmental  Protection Agency (EPA) (3)  In the 1940's he first  modern synthetic insecticides was DDT used on crops, livestock   and used by business and home use. Starting in the 1950's due to mounting evidence of the harmful effects of DDT the EPA started to control the use of DDT. It wasn't until 1972 a ban was placed on DDT and the EPA issued a cancellation order for DDT. Today the DDT is classified as a carcinogen by the U.S. and international authorities. In the last 40 years the persistence and residues from past use still may be a threat to humans and wildlife. 

DDT may be banned but if it is still available to be used it is still a real threat to the world. In September of 2006 the World Health Organization (Who) supports the indoor use of DDT in African countries to help control malaria. Does this out weight the environmental risks or do new ideas of a new solution that helps both to control malaria and doesn't have the negative effect on the environmental need to be investigated? If there is such a large negative effect over long term exposure of DDT which is more of a threat the  mosquito carrying malaria or the exposure to DDT?


History of Monsanto: 

The beginning of monsanto according to the monsanto website  (5) (8) :
the foundation of the company started in 1901. It is responsible for the development  of products to help agricultural.

1964 introduction of Monsanto herbicide

 Ten years later in  1974 Roundup was introduced (8)

1976 Roundup is  commercialized in the U.S. 

 1981 setup biotechnology  and established strategic research focus.
1982  first to genetically modify a seed
1994 Posilac, bovine somatotropin (Bst) for dairy cows sold in the U.S. 

1996 first in-seed herbicide tolerance to roundup and other glyphosate based herbicides.
2000 the original Monsanto merged with  Pharmacia Corporation (9) a subsidiary of Pfizer Inc.

2001 Monsanto loses lawsuit that Roundup  is biodegradable (10)  pays a fine of $22,400
2013 cash flow for first half of fiscal year 2013 up to nearly $1.9 billion.
Large corporation, large gross income and large net profits:

According to Yahoo news (7) For the first half of fiscal year 2013, cash flow from operations was a source of nearly $1.9 billion compared to $1.7 billion for the same period last year. 
from Yahoo news (7) Monsanto's net sales

Monsanto sells pesticides, herbicides like Roundup and genetically modified organisms (GMO) like seeds that are roundup ready (can withstand Roundup directly sprayed on the seed). Monsanto has been around for over 100 years making large amounts of profit. Monsanto may have had goals to improve the world with creating more food and better farming practices yet there seems to be problems with what they created. The effects sometimes takes years to see the results.

2 year study from France shows effects of Genetically Modified seed:
French study (6) effects of GMOs Effects on animals































The major effect of a GMO may not show up in a 90 day study. A recent study out of France (6) shows the effects of a two year exposure of GMO's on rodents. Cuting the rodents life span and developing tumors affecting both male and female mice.

Are the risk worth it?

The scientific evidence is pointing to many health issues. If Monsanto's had to be forced through court to accurately describe the product and independent testing shows possible risk for cancer and a shorter life. Does the company have the best interest in the customer, except selling more product?



Actively trying to change bio companies like Monsanto: 


March against Monsanto site (1)  states the solutions not just the problem with a worldwide march on May 25, 2013. Voices together help to change the world we live in. 


Information from the March against Monsanto site (1):


What are solutions we advocate?

  • Voting with your dollar by buying organic and boycotting Monsanto-owned companies that use GMOs in their products.
  • Labeling of GMOs so that consumers can make those informed decisions easier.
  • Repealing relevant provisions of the US's "Monsanto Protection Act."
  • Calling for further scientific research on the health effects of GMOs.
  • Holding Monsanto executives and Monsanto-supporting politicians accountable through direct communication, grassroots journalism, social media, etc.
  • Continuing to inform the public about Monsanto's secrets.
  • Taking to the streets to show the world and Monsanto that we won't take these injustices quietly.

We will not stand for cronyism. We will not stand for poison. That’s why we March Against Monsanto.


Final words:

What large corporations do to help or hurt us can have a large impact on each of us and the world. I can't help to think of DDT when I think of Monsanto or other biotech companies. The pretty package the ads present are designed only to sell product. It is up to us to protect ourselves and our world from companies that are only profit minded. If we don't buy, they won't make it. 
I look forward to the day if a product is on the market or being introduced to the market extensive testing to indicate there is little risk happens before there is a problem 30 or 40 years lage shows there are true challenges to people, wild animals and the environment. Until then we all must be proactive to understand what we are purchasing. It just might eliminate a risk of cancer or other health issues.

 One of  the best direction is to step onto the path of True Health. Discover a new world. Help yourself, help the world, step onto the Path of True Health and vote with your dollars which turkey supplier you want to support to create a world you will love to live in. I do, and I like the world I am helping to create. Together we can create a better life for all to remember over their entire lifetime  Together we can protect what we have so we don’t need to live in a world that is second rate.
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Disclaimer: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of By Design or Cynthia G. Creel. Consultation of a medical professional is highly recommended before any changes are considered. This article is not saying anyone person in a leadership position is unhealthy or healthy, it is just a possibly of many and is only speaking in general terms. .Note: No company mentioned in this article is considered to serve “healthy or unhealthy” food, any examples given  was  only used as an example of how business works though their history and public information. The focus is only to help explain a idea. Statements and conclusions of  any study authors that are presented are solely those of the study authors and do not necessarily reflect the  policy or position of Cynthia G. Creel or any means the information is published.  There is no representation or warranty as to their accuracy or reliability.

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Sources:

(1) http://www.march-against-monsanto.com/




(5) http://www.monsanto.com/whoweare/Pages/monsanto-history.aspx

(6) http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278691512005637



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