The burning issue in many countries as far as genetically modified foods are concerned is safety of these foods. It is important to understand that genetically modified foods are created in line with the latest food technology which involving introducing some changes in the DNA of the organism involved. This modification is done in the laboratory while keenly enhancing the most desired traits of the organism (Jen. 54-57).

Despite these numerous advantages genetically modified foods have been criticized with many people terming them unfit for human consumption. For instance, genetically modified foods have been said to cause negative environmental factors. In addition, these plants also reduce the effect the pesticides have on crops (William. 154-157).