Question

Describe some of the actions taken by the monsanto corporation to control the seed industry:

Answer 1

Answer:

-Developed product called RoundUp

-Genetically modify seeds

-Patented gene (don't allow farmers to save patented seed)

-If farmer's crop gets contaminated by their seeds, they will be held responsible

Explanation:

Monsanto Company is a multinational in the field of agriculture and biotechnology. Headquartered in the United States, the company leads the worldwide production of glyphosate herbicide and the production of genetically modified seeds. Monsanto's economic activity has sparked discussions among farmers that the company has monopolized the production of herbicides and seeds, limiting agricultural production to the use of its products.

Monsanto's monopoly on seed production was established through:

-Developed product called RoundUp

-Genetically modify seeds

-Patented gene (don't allow farmers to save patented seed)

-If farmer's crop gets contaminated by their seeds, they will be held responsible

Answer 2

Some of the actions taken by the Monsanto Corporation to control the seed industry are: Purchasing of competing seed companies. Application of patents on Monsanto seeds. Forcing farmers to purchase new seed yearly instead of re-sowing existing seed. And lobbying for legislation in seed handling that favors Monsanto's processes.