Monday, February 25, 2008

Reading ponderings

– I am wondering what would happen if government stops supporting corn. Since it became such a cheap commodity that corporations are thriving on it, what will they do if corn disappears? Will they even let it happen?


– When buying meat at the market or Whole Foods how can one be sure that it doesn't come from feedlot? I'm actually never bothered to find out.


– What is amazing is how FDA approves so much crap that goes into our food chain. And their complete failure to recognize the future health risks is just unacceptable. How can we monitor and influence them and is it even possible?

1 comment:

Erica Howard said...

When people ask corporations and government agencies these questions, and keep asking...over time that can be a force for change.

FDA and USDA seek public comment on these issues when there are major changes in regulations or new actions proposed.

Corporations (food producers, supermarkets) often say they want "feedback" -- voting with your wallet, and following up with a letter explaining your actions is one way of telling them what you want.