Dow Chemical and Agent Orange

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HoneybeeNC Charlotte, NC(Zone 7b) Dec 31, 2011

Dow Chemical is seeking USDA approval for a genetically engineered (GE) version of corn that is resistant to 2,4-D, a herbicide that was used in the formulation of the highly toxic defoliant Agent Orange. Agent Orange (half 2,4-D by composition) was extensively used in Vietnam by the military to destroy forests and crops.

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http://www.cornucopia.org/

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