HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0271.350 2012-2014 Council Testimony
From: Tim Head <timhead77 @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, July 01, 2013 8:19 AM
To: counciltestimony @co.hawaii.hi.us
Subject: Bill 79
A Hearing on Bill 79 regarding GMOs on the Big Island is tomorrow July 2nd, my birthday. I will be 79.
I understand that there is an argument in favor of GMOs from some farmers, especially those that do acres and
acres of mono crops (such as papaya) that are vulnerable to diseases.
The risks to our health from unknown and badly understood side effects of this technology is great. The pro-
GMO movement also involves genetically modified seeds which cannot be saved, making the farmer dependent
on Big Ag seed producers. This is the wrong direction to go.
The main choice seems to be go with the MONEY and hope that profits trickle down from Big Ag
companies.
OR
play it safe and protect the blossoming small/organic/sustainable/diversified farm movement
that has so much promise for our island community.
Please support Bill 79 on my birthday.
Tim Head
Kapaau, Hawaii .. c-3
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