Community and the corporation, managing public relations
Question Description
Discussion Question 1
Genetically modified
foods have been around for years; however, most Americans have no idea if they
have been eating GMO foods. There is a lot of confusion about GMO foods and
their safety, and whether labeling is necessary. According to the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) GMO food do not need to be labeled but somestates have
attempted require food manufacturing companies to label GMO food and these
companies have strongly resisted.The food industry and companies that
genetically engineer seeds claim GMO foods are safe; however, they strongly
opposed the idea of labeling. If the food is as safe as they claim, then why
not educate the public on the benefits and label the products.
Citizens of this
country have the right to know what is in their foods and much more so why is
the food industry and FDA opposed to the idea of informing consumers if their
foods include GMO ingredients? After all, 64 countries have such
requirements.
Discuss how the
society could benefits from mandatory labelling of GMO foods, and is informing
and allowing consumers to make their own decisions whether or not to purchase
GMO products unfair to food manufacturing companies?
Access links below for
more information on the subject.Deadline:
Thursday 12/11/14
The hot debate about
genetically modified foods
http://cooks.ndtv.com/article/show/the-hot-debate-about-genetically-modified-foods-523420
GMO food labeling:
Inside the controversy
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/gmo-food-labeling-inside-the-controversy/
After Vermont Bill,
GMO Labeling Becomes Center Of Debate On Bioengineering's Future
2nd Discussion Question
"Community Efforts and Managing Public
Relations" Please respond to the following:
According to this
week’s reading and the e-Activity, businesses enhance their reputation and
build trust when they address community needs in a positive way. Give an
example of your favorite company that addresses community needs, and specify
the main reasons the company’s actions and CSR programs are important to you.
Determine the primary
manner in which the company’s image affects your buying decision as a consumer.
Question Description
Discussion Question 1
Genetically modified foods have been around for years; however, most Americans have no idea if they have been eating GMO foods. There is a lot of confusion about GMO foods and their safety, and whether labeling is necessary. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) GMO food do not need to be labeled but somestates have attempted require food manufacturing companies to label GMO food and these companies have strongly resisted.The food industry and companies that genetically engineer seeds claim GMO foods are safe; however, they strongly opposed the idea of labeling. If the food is as safe as they claim, then why not educate the public on the benefits and label the products.
Citizens of this country have the right to know what is in their foods and much more so why is the food industry and FDA opposed to the idea of informing consumers if their foods include GMO ingredients? After all, 64 countries have such requirements.
Discuss how the society could benefits from mandatory labelling of GMO foods, and is informing and allowing consumers to make their own decisions whether or not to purchase GMO products unfair to food manufacturing companies?
Access links below for more information on the subject.Deadline: Thursday 12/11/14
The hot debate about genetically modified foods
http://cooks.ndtv.com/article/show/the-hot-debate-about-genetically-modified-foods-523420
GMO food labeling: Inside the controversy
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/gmo-food-labeling-inside-the-controversy/
After Vermont Bill, GMO Labeling Becomes Center Of Debate On Bioengineering's Future
2nd Discussion Question
"Community Efforts and Managing Public Relations" Please respond to the following:
According to this week’s reading and the e-Activity, businesses enhance their reputation and build trust when they address community needs in a positive way. Give an example of your favorite company that addresses community needs, and specify the main reasons the company’s actions and CSR programs are important to you. Determine the primary manner in which the company’s image affects your buying decision as a consumer.