Tom Bridgeland wrote:

> We can look forward to big decreases in pesticide
> use with GM crops, and that is a big plus for me. GM cotton alone will
> save us nearly HALF the insecticide now used in the whole world.

Actually not true in many cases.  The "Roundup-Ready" corn and soybeans
allow
the farmer to use so much Roundup that it would kill non-GM varieties.

About GM cotton:
http://www.i-sis.org.uk/indonesia-pr.php
http://www.btinternet.com/~nlpwessex/Documents/btcottonnoprofit.htm
http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2002/06/09/1022982798640.html

The widespread use of Bt-modified plant varieties will cause the insects to
develop resistance, which will be a big problem for organic growers who
apply it cautiously for cabbage worm, etc.

IMHO: don't believe the "wonders" of GM crops as promoted by companies that
stand to make a fortune if they are adopted.

    Lynnet