In the recent days there has been lots of noise over importation of GMO maize in the country. There are a few obseravtions that merit mention
- the men and women who make most noise are exactly those who debated and passed some of theses laws
-it is these guys who have advocated for declaration of hunger situation a national disaster
-majority of these guys are guided by rumors and heresay, with no sound knowledge of the subject matter.
-that GMO does not necesarily involve alterning the genetics of the organisms- the main focus is improvement to foster resiatance to drought and pests
There remains alot to be done in ensuring that Kenyans are well educated on the pros and cons of using GMO. The GMO technology is here with us and we must do all we can to aquint ourselves with what it entails.
Lastly, we need to choose the lesser evil: dying from starvation or dying from effects of GMO. This decision must be made not on the street or political rallies.
Lets sit and reason together and find a way forward.
I rest my case.
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