When did genetically modified foods begin?

GMO Expert Woosley discusses the history of genetically modified food - first GMO, first GMO food and crop. ... How did we get to the point that genetically modified organisms infiltrate so much of what we eat? In a recent issue of ... The marketplace begins embracing GMO technology at an alarming rate. read more

Estimates are that about 70% of processed food sold in the US and 60% of processed food sold in Canada contains genetically modified plants, most from GM soybeans and corn. In contrast, only about 5% of processed foods on European store shelves contain GMOs. GM Animals. Genetically modified transgenic animals are commonly made and used in research. read more

Commercial sale of genetically modified foods began in 1994, when Calgene first marketed its unsuccessful Flavr Savr delayed-ripening tomato. Most food modifications have primarily focused on cash crops in high demand by farmers such as soybean, corn, canola, and cotton. read more