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“So GMOs, who knows? Maybe GMOs will come, they will get maize that produces double. But who knows what else may happen to the maize?” quote by Wangari Maathai
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“So GMOs, who knows? Maybe GMOs will come, they will get maize that produces double. But who knows what else may happen to the maize?”

Wangari Maathai

About This Quote

Source Speech: Environmental Forum, 2008

The future impact of GMOs is uncertain; benefits and risks coexist.

In simple terms: GMOs are unpredictable.

Key Takeaway

Proceed with caution and research.

Themes

environment technology uncertainty agriculture ethics

Mood

cautious inquisitive

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • farm trials
  • public education

Key Concepts

bioethics food security

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards are needed for new crops?
  • How can we balance innovation with precaution?
A Different Perspective

Over‑optimism may ignore potential harms.

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