Activists Attack Genetic Trees Research

4 July 2001 - 6:00am

Eco-terrorists target research to create genetically modified trees that grow thick, tall, and fast and even create their own pesticides.

"Imagine a tree whose DNA has been altered to make it grow faster than any tree has ever grown. Imagine a tree that grows in orchards so thick and tall the timber industry has no need to log in old-growth forests. Imagine trees that produce their own pesticides, or fruit that stays fresh for a very long time..." [Streaming audio available.]

Source: National Public Radio, July 3, 2001
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