Food Evolution and Agricultural Biotechnology

The video features Scott Hamilton Kennedy discussing the making of 'Food Evolution', a documentary exploring the GMO controversy. Diana Horvath from the Two Blades Foundation highlights the challenges of public perception in adopting disease-resistant crops. Magda from the International Potato Center explains genetic engineering as a natural process. Farmer Katie Pratt shares her perspective on GMOs as a tool, not a solution. The video concludes with advice for documentary filmmakers on the importance of storytelling and research.

What was the primary motivation behind creating the film 'Food Evolution'?

• To discuss the benefits of traditional farming methods

• To promote organic farming

• To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Institute of Food Technologists

• To explore the history of agriculture

What challenge does the Two Blades Foundation face in distributing disease-resistant crops?

• Government regulations

• Consumer perceptions

• Lack of funding

• Climate change

What is the main message Diana Horvath hopes to convey through the film?

• That GMOs are harmful

• That media can manipulate public perception

• That traditional farming is superior

• That GMOs are unnecessary

How does Magda describe genetic engineering?

• As a completely artificial process

• As a natural process similar to domestication

• As a new scientific discovery

• As a dangerous technology

What does Magda suggest about the presence of genes from bacteria and viruses?

• They are only found in GMOs

• They are naturally present in all organisms

• They are harmful to humans

• They are a recent scientific discovery

According to Katie Pratt, what is the role of biotechnology in farming?

• It is only useful for large-scale farms

• It is unnecessary for modern farming

• It is the ultimate solution to all farming problems

• It is a tool among many for farmers

What does Katie Pratt emphasize about the choice farmers have?

• Farmers have no choice in using GMOs

• Organic farming is the only viable option

• Biotechnology is the only choice for farmers

• Farmers have multiple choices, including biotechnology

What did Scott Hamilton Kennedy realize about GMOs during his research for the film?

• They have no scientific backing

• They are only used in developing countries

• There is a large scientific consensus on their safety

• They are universally accepted as unsafe

What advice does Scott Hamilton Kennedy give to documentary filmmakers?

• Avoid using data in storytelling

• Focus solely on activism

• Ignore controversial topics

• Prioritize storytelling over activism

What does the film 'Food Evolution' aim to defend according to Scott Hamilton Kennedy?

• The promotion of organic products

• The elimination of traditional farming

• The scientific process

• The use of GMOs in all situations