Podcasts about Kevin Folta

On the latest podcast episode of WTF? (What's Threatening Farmers?): Robert Kennedy, Jr. has been confirmed and sworn in as Secretary of Health and Human Services. However, he is a major threat to agriculture and our food supply. Mr. Kennedy opposes biotechnology, the use of Glyphosate, grain based oils, confined livestock operations, and processed foods. He has vowed to ban many food items and farming practices. The WTF Podcast examines the impact this will have on farmers and our food supply, as well as what we can do to stop these regulations and legislation. Gary Truitt talks with Dr. Kevin Folta, an outspoken advocate for science-based agriculture.

Dr. Kevin Folta, Science Educator and Professor of Horticulture Sciences with the University of Florida - Gainesville, joins me to talk about genetically modified crops: what are they, how do they work, what's coming in the next few years, and why are they safe?

Interview with Kevin Folta; News Items: Sense of Self in Robots, New Energy Secretary, Finding Planet Nine, Stress and Paranormal Belief; Who's That Noisy; Your Questions and E-mails: Dumb Idioms; Science or Fiction

Interview with Kevin Folta; News Items: Sense of Self in Robots, New Energy Secretary, Finding Planet Nine, Stress and Paranormal Belief; Who's That Noisy; Your Questions and E-mails: Dumb Idioms; Science or Fiction

0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 00:04:46 The Loons from Canada Kate and Allie catch up with Abhijit Chanda from the Rationable Podcast in India. This interview was conducted on the sidelines of the recent CSICON meeting in Las Vegas. 00:11:26 CSIcon Las Vegas interviews with Rob Palmer In the third part in this series, Rob chats to Kevin Folta, Bill Patterson and Jeff Gehlbach. 0:24:34 Australian Skeptics Newsletter What skeptical news has caught the eye of Tim Mendham this week? Read by Adrienne Hill. http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:37:34 The TROVE Archives A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to "Tea Cup Reading". 1932.08.12 - The Labour Daily 1932.12.20 - The Brisbane Courier 1932.12.20 - The Evening News - Rockhampton 1933.10.22 - The Sunday Times - Perth WA 1950.02.15 - The Brisbane Telegraph http://www.trove.nla.gov.au

College Roadshow is at the University of Minnesota and we talk about corn breeding with Prof. Rex Bernardo. Dr. Kevin Folta of the University of Florida shares his reaction to RFK Jr's Make America Healthy Again video. And Dr. Shalene McNeill, NCBA executive director of Nutrition Science, responds to USDA's recent dietary guidelines. Plus, we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about grafting compatibility and what kinds of trees can be grafted together by understanding the science of graft unions! Our guest is Dr Kevin Folta, Professor of horticultural sciences at the University of Florida.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  Tune into The Urban Forestry Radio Show LIVE by going to RealityRadio101.com on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time or download the podcast. Learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully. Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. (00:00) - Introduction (01:44) - Episode #100 information (03:33) - What is fruit tree grafting (04:37) - Does grafting happen in nature? (08:00) - Why are some fruit tree cultivars easy to graft with than others? (11:17) - Plant Morphology and Fruit Tree Grafting (14:56) - Cellular Physiology and Grafting (19:20) - Kevin's Podcast (20:47) - Can you graft flowering plants and non-woody plants? (21:58) - Do you need to pay royalties when using scion cuttings? (25:21) - Can you graft zone 5 apples onto a zone 4 rootstock? (27:23) - Sponsors (31:39) - Part 2 (32:46) - Plant hormones and fruit tree grafting (37:31) - Grafting and Taxonomy (39:08) - Molecular biology and fruit tree grafting (42:46) - Cherry trees and fruit tree grafting compatibility (44:09) - Grafting vs Budding and stone fruit trees (45:54) - Grafting chestnut trees onto oak trees? (47:06) - Grafting Pear onto Quince (49:56) - Grafting European Pears onto Various Rootstocks (52:03) - Citation rootstock in California vs Florida (54:59) - Why Kevin Loves Grafting (57:15) - Access more grafting and fruit tree resources

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Balanced Bodies Blueprint podcast, and today, we are honored to have Dr. Kevin Folta, a distinguished molecular biologist with over 30 years of expertise in agricultural biotechnology. As a Professor of Horticultural Sciences at the University of Florida and the host of Colabra's Talking Biotech Podcast, Dr. Folta is at the forefront of groundbreaking research. In this second installment of "Food for Thought: Unraveling the Controversy of GMOs," Dr. Folta delves into the core aspects of GMOs, providing insights into their safety, the recent concerns raised by the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the broader landscape of genetically modified crops. Here are some key questions we explore with Dr. Folta: 1. Defining GMOs: Dr. Folta sheds light on what GMOs are for our audience. 2. Safety of GMOs: Addressing the crucial question of whether GMOs are safe for consumption. 3. AAP Statement: Discussing the recent statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics and evaluating the data behind their concerns. 4. GMO Safety Research: Exploring the extensive safety research conducted on GMOs. 5. FDA Approval: Dr. Folta provides insights into the number of FDA-approved GMOs and their safety. 6. Engineered Traits: Understanding the traits engineered into crops and the reasons behind these modifications. 7. Fear Mongering: Dr. Folta speculates on the positive outcomes if there were less fear mongering about GMOs. 8. Glyphosate Safety: Addressing the safety concerns related to glyphosate, a weed pesticide. 9. Pesticide Safety: Dr. Folta shares insights into the safety of pesticides in general. 10. Organic Labeling: Clarifying the claim that organic labeling guarantees non-GMO status. 11. GMOs and Child Nutrition: Would a molecular biologist like Dr. Folta feed his child GMO produce? 12. Global Food Security: Exploring how GMOs contribute to addressing global food security and nutritional challenges. 13. Nutritional Enhancements: Dr. Folta elaborates on the nutritional enhancements GMOs can bring to crops. 14. Long-term Health Effects: Insights into ongoing studies on the long-term health effects of consuming GMOs. 15. Allergic Reactions: Addressing concerns regarding allergic reactions to GMOs. 16. Labeling and Transparency: Dr. Folta's perspective on the necessity of clear and transparent labeling of GMO products. 17. Natural vs. GMOs: Responding to the claim that GMOs are not natural. 18. Consumer Choices: Dr. Folta shares thoughts on individuals who avoid GMOs while consuming other substances. Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Kevin Folta, unraveling the complexities of GMOs and their impact on our food systems. Coach VinnyEmail: vinny@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodiesFacebook: Vinny Russo Dr. ErynEmail: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.ioInstagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodiesFacebook: Eryn Stansfield LEGION 20% OFF CODEGo to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

On this week's episode, we are joined by two experts: Dr. Kevin Folta, a molecular biologist specializing in plant biology, and Dr. Nicole Keller, a general pediatrician and member of AAP, to discuss the recent position paper written by 3 pediatricians about GMO foods which is being adopted as a policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics. This paper has countless issues, from omission of relevant data, cherry-picked studies, and inflammatory statements not supported by evidence, and reads like an opinion piece instead of a credible analysis of data. As this will be published in Pediatrics, we discuss the major methodological flaws and the gross misrepresentation of the body of evidence on GMOs, GE technology, and foods. Aside from discussing specific false claims made, we highlight several glaring missteps in critical evaluation of the data. We discuss the implications this misinformation will have on pediatric healthcare, families, and trust in science and medicine. Make sure to listen to the whole thing! Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to advertising@airwavemedia.com, with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Description: Dive deep into the transformative world of biotechnology as we explore the potential of genetic variants, the future of food engineering, and the controversies surrounding GMOs. Kevin Folta sheds light on the power of genome sequences in predicting health predispositions and the revolutionary changes in the agricultural sector. From understanding the essence of tasteless tomatoes to the challenges of science communication, we unravel the intricacies of biotech and its profound impact on our daily lives. Grow Everything brings to life the bioeconomy when hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories from the field and interview leaders and influencers in the space.  Life is a powerful force and it can be engineered. What are we creating? Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverything Topics Covered: 00:00:00 Diving into the Biotech World: A Journey of Discovery and Debate 00:05:56 The Rise of Biotech: Startups and Innovations Leading the Charge 00:09:03 Celebrating Biotech Success: How Perfect Day Triumphed in Science Communication 00:12:07 Meet Kevin Folta: Exploring the Controversies and Knowledge in Biotechnology 00:15:50 Missteps in Science: How Threats and Misunderstandings Impact Careers 00:18:50 Debunking Myths: Addressing GMO Misconceptions and Vaccine Skepticism 00:20:22 Bridging the Gap: Engaging Non-Scientists through Biotech Education 00:23:22 Biotech Breakthroughs: From Nutbreeding to Next-Gen Applications 00:28:43 Clarifying GMOs: Addressing Common Misunderstandings 00:29:20 Shedding Light on GMOs: Separating Facts from Fiction 00:34:28 Plant Genetics Evolution: The Role of Functional Genomics in Breeding 00:37:02 Taste Rediscovered: The Garden Gem Tomato's Unique Flavor Profile 00:41:25 Nutritional Powerhouses: The Potential of the Purple Potato 00:46:21 Building Bridges: Advocating for Genetic Engineering Through Shared Values 00:48:39 Predictive Biotech: Personalized Medicine and Decoding Genetic Variants 00:50:38 Effective Science Communication: Strategies and Approaches 00:57:00 Navigating Biotech Narratives: Overcoming Misinformation and Creating Compelling Stories Episode Links: University of Florida LinkedIn GMO Answers Talking Biotech Podcast Articles at Genetic Literacy Project Articles on Medium Illumination 2.0 Blog Arcaea - Future Society (Company ) Jasmina Aganovic(Grow Everything Episode) Normal Phenomena of Life (Company) iGEM (Organization) Perfect Day's narrative (Company)  Genetic Literacy Project (Organization) Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 Instagram / TikTok / Twitter / LinkedIn / Youtube / GrowEverything website Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Support here: Patreon Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/messaginglab/message

Chip and Davis have conversations with Karen Bohnert of Farm Journals MILK, Dr. Kevin Folta from the University of Florida, Dr. Vince Malanga from LaSalle Economics, and Lance Honig from USDA-NASS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Mike Tarselli, CSO of Tetra Science and Kevin Folta have a conversation about careers in biotech, where the discipline is going, along with observations about what makes someone successful in the field. We share many personal experiences as well as projections, and lessons we learned along the way.  This is a great episode if you are considering a career in biotechnology. 

“You have to do what's right, no matter how much it hurts.” Dr. Kevin Folta is a molecular biologist who has worked with mRNA for more than 25 years. He is scientist in the genetics and genomics of small fruit crops, a recent farmers market president, and advocate for science communication. And although he's suffered significant personal and professional hardship for standing up for science, he continues to train, teach AND tweet the evidence, because, as he puts it, “you have to say the words” to help combat mis- and disinformation in the agricultural space.  Dr. Folta emphasizes that technology has given us access to the safest, most abundant food supply in human history, and this access is worthy of appreciation - not fear. He wants dietitians to look for the evidence behind mRNA and genetics in food, rather than believing clickbait. As new technology continues to help strengthen our food system, communicating the science behind it will strengthen consumer trust. "As a molecular biologist, it was exciting to see the mRNA technology go into use. We've been watching and waiting for a long time. We'll see it used to treat some cancers and other human diseases.  Its role as a vaccination is just beginning, as we'll see better and more adaptable, less-expensive vaccines that can address emerging pathogens faster. It's potential role in treating livestock is tremendous. Unfortunately misinformation, in some cases spread by internet celebrities and politicians, stands to slow the implementation of this technology by tarnishing public perception. We have a role as scientists, farmers, and ag communicators to challenge these false assertions, as they will negatively affect ranchers, farmers and our animals." mRNA vaccines, in particular, have a huge potential role in livestock health. On this episode, Dr. Folta explains the mechanisms behind the technology, clears up misconceptions about its usage, and urges those in the dietetic and ag communities to challenge false assertions about this and other technologies that can have a positive impact. Dr. Folta can be found at www.kevinfolta.com, on Twitter @kevinfolta, and on Facebook www.facebook.com/kmfolta. Listen to more on the Facts and Fallacies podcast, which he co-hosts with Cameron English.  Other sources regarding mRNA: AP Fact Checking: "No, farmers aren't requires to vaccinate cattle with mRNA vaccines. Factcheck.org: Meme Spreads Falsehood About Vaccine Transfer Through Eating Meat  Genetic Literacy Project: Kill the Messenger: mRNA-based livestock vaccines are under attack by vaccine skeptics Pork Business: Livestock & mRNA Vaccines: What You Need to Know     

mRNA vaccines for livestock??? Lets here the fact from Dr. Kevin Folta

Kip Eideberg, senior vice president for government and industry relations at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers talks about increased growth and production after the pandemic plus some of the challenges manufacturers are working through. Professor Dr. Kevin Folta is Department Chair, Horticultural Sciences Department, at the University of Florida and he joins us to discuss mRNA vaccines for livestock – how they work and the controversies associated with them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Folta's Article: https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2023/04/11/kill-the-messenger-mrna-based-livestock-vaccines-are-under-attack-by-vaccine-skeptics-heres-why-their-rejectionism-is-misplaced-and-dangerous NCBA Statement: https://www.ncba.org/ncba-news/news-releases/news/details/33294/ncba-statement-correcting-internet-falsehoods-about-mrna-vaccines-in-cattle Subscribe to the Five Minute Friday Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/cf5fc99fc7e7/farmtraveler And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler https://twitter.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.carbontv.com/podcasts/farm-traveler/ Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to enjoy a harvest, you need to protect the blossoms on your fruit tree from late season freezing events. Learn how to do that with Dr Kevin Folta, Department Chair, Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. The prize for this episode's contest is Grow Your Own Mini Fruit Garden: Planting and Tending Small Fruit Trees and Berries in Gardens and Containers by Christy-Wilhelmi (Valued at 27.99 US). Order the book from Quarto.com, to access a 30% discount when you use the code GARDENING30 at checkout.The host of The Urban Forestry Radio Show and Podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  Tune into The Urban Forestry Radio Show LIVE by going to RealityRadio101.com on the last Tuesday of every month at 1.00 pm Eastern Time.Learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully. Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's premium online courses at https://learn.orchardpeople.com/. These notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

In this episode Dr. Kevin Folta shares a spontaneous conversation with Dr. Liza Dunn. Dr. Dunn is an emergency medicine physician with a specialty in medical toxicology, now working as the Medical Affair Lead at Bayer CropScience.  The discussion covers the current scientific environment in social media, and emphasizes the need for scientists to be engaging. Topics from communication about vaccines to genetic engineering are covered. Follow Dr. Dunn at @DrLizaMD

In this video, I talk with Kevin Folta about glyphosate, Roundup Ready, Monsanto, GMOs, biotech, and science communication. We talk about some of the current controversies in agricultural science and try to explain how they came to be.===Like, comment, subscribe.For more, find me at:PODCAST The Kevin Bass ShowYOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/user/kbassphiladelphiaSUBREDDIT www.reddit.com/r/kevinbassWEBSITE http://thedietwars.comTWITTER https://twitter.com/kevinnbass/https://twitter.com/healthmisinfo/INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/kevinnbass/TIKTOK https://tiktok.com/@kevinnbassAnd above all, please donate to support what I do:PATREON https://patreon.com/kevinnbass/DONATE https://thedietwars.com/support-me/

Dr. Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist in cooperative extension in the Department of Animal Science at UC Davis, joins us to respond to the recent New York Times hit piece questioning the funding of his research. We follow up with a conversation with Dr. Kevin Folta, professor of horticultural sciences at the University of Florida, who recounts his own experiences of being a target of anti-agriculture media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten years ago the biotech world froze and horrific images of three tumor-ridden rats penetrated the media. Social media erupted with messages of fear, and anti-biotech activists celebrated the scientific publication that conclusively linked biotech crops and an associated herbicide to cancer and early death. But at the same time a scientific community noted the shortcomings of the work. Eventually the paper was retracted, and independent research commissioned by the European Union failed to replicate the results. Still 10 years later, the three iconic rodents are used to dissuade the public from accepting biotechnology, and push a false narrative that was codified with the Seralini study. This week's podcast features the views of scientists and journalists, including Dr. Mary Mangan, Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam, Jon Entine, Joan Conrow, Michael Robin, Dr. Stuart Smyth, Dr. Myles Power and others.  The opinions expressed are those of the individual guests and not necessarily those of Kevin Folta, Colabra, or the University of Florida. 

In this episode, I talk about how Joe Rogan recently lashed out at the agricultural scientist Kevin Folta when Kevin discussed an alternative interpretation of the scientific data that was different than the one that Joe preferred and was familiar with.Following lockstep with Chris Kresser, an alternative health guru that has been deeply influential on Joe, Jhee has been misled to believe that all exposures to glyphosate are harmful, no matter how low the dose, and expresses anger and outrage that legitimate scientists disagree with him about this topic.I point out that Bruce Ames more than 30 years ago wrote a very influential paper called "Dietary pesticides (99.99% all natural)" (PMID: 2217210), where Ames pointed out that many natural pesticides present in plants already constitute a much higher exposure of "carcinogens" than synthetic pesticides.I also point out that regulatory agencies are nearly unanimous in agreeing that glyphosate is not carcinogenic, that glyphosate is much less toxic than many natural pesticides, and that the exposures to which consumers are subjected at thousands of times lower than the doses required for even mild biological effects.In other words:THE DOSE MAKES THE POISON.Finally, I defend Kevin Folta and point out that he defends glyphosate not because he is paid by corporations (he isn't), but because glyphosate has made agriculture more efficient and safer and has helped feed millions of people. I point out that misinformation about glyphosate and agriculture can lead to higher food prices and less ability for farmers to feed millions of people.===Like, comment, subscribe.For more, find me at:PODCAST The Kevin Bass ShowYOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/user/kbassphiladelphiaSUBREDDIT www.reddit.com/r/kevinbassWEBSITE http://thedietwars.comTWITTER https://twitter.com/kevinnbass/https://twitter.com/healthmisinfo/INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/kevinnbass/TIKTOK https://tiktok.com/@kevinnbassAnd above all, please donate to support what I do:PATREON https://patreon.com/kevinnbass/DONATE https://thedietwars.com/support-me/

Today we are going to set the record straight on glyphosate. I decided to touch base with a friend of the show and past guest, Dr. Kevin Folta, to help explain the science behind glyphosate, his thoughts on the viral article, and how he responded with his own article. Dr. Folta does a fantastic job explaining the science behind this misunderstood chemical as well as the findings from countless studies done on glyphosate. Dr. Folta's Response Article Talking BioTech Podcast Dr. Folta on Twitter https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kevin Folta is a land-grant scientist and professor of the horticultural sciences department at the University of Florida. Dr. Folta completed his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and previously served as the Department Chair of Horticultural Sciences at University of Florida. Dr. Folta is also the host of "Talking Biotech", a weekly podcast that uncovers the stories, ideas and research of people at the frontier of biology and engineering. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/americas-talking/support

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We are so excited to have Mallory of Oregon AgLink on our show today to tell us a little bit about the amazing world of agriculture. Though it's a system we might not think of often, or if we do it's with mixed feelings, we all depend on the work of famers to provide the food we eat. Mallory has so much to share about how the farming industry works, is all inter-connected and is constantly adapting to market demand.  She demystifies common food labels you encounter in the grocery store, as well as walking us through what certain terms do and do not mean. We walked away from this conversation feeling incredibly grateful for the work of the few (only 1.3% of the population) that feed the masses, and the intricate network that gets food to our tables every day.  The documentary Food Evolution was discussed throughout the episode, and here are all of Mallory's resources she mentioned:Safe Fruits & Veggies - Calculator to see how many servings could be eaten without any adverse effects from pesticide residueUC Davis - Biotech Program BlogCornell University - Alliance for ScienceThe Genetic Literacy ProjectBiology Fortified - Crop Modification TechniquesAustralian chemistry teacher James Kennedy's blog: infographics of fruit (Scroll past the banana in Chinese to see all English versions)TDF Honest Farming - Find Derrick Josi @tdfhonestfarming on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube -- raises cows for milk for Tillamook cheese, ice cream, etc. (Oregon coast)Owyhee Produce's Shay Myers growing onions, asparagus, mint, and more on the Oregon Idaho border, went viral during pandemic and can be found @shayfarmkid on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, plus has a podcast called Produce Common SenseThe Farm Babe - Michelle Miller (on most socials)Dr. Kevin Folta - scientist, science communicator, and professor at University of Florida and hosts Talking Biotech podcastTamar Haspel - James Beard award winning Washington Post columnist in pursuit of a more constructive conversation on divisive food-policy issuesMichele Payn - Author of 3 books - Food Bullying: How to avoid buying BS, Food Truths from Farm to Table: 25 Surprising Ways to Shop & Eat without Guilt, and No More Food Fights, can be found on most social media and has a podcast called Food Bullying 

The earlier episode with Dr. Kevin Folta alluded to some of the controversies that he has dealt with in scientific communication. In this episode, our second conversation addresses the extent of online and in-person hatred received and its effects on Dr. Folta. Additionally, we discuss how he has managed in light of attacks on his character and scientific claims as well as the forms such attacks can take. Recorded February 10, 2022 @ Industry Plant®

An article in Scientific American bringing a science and technology studies lens to Genetically Modified Organisms, provoked louder than normal responses from the pro biotech crowd. What can we learn from the exchange? Dr Andrew Flachs, Associate Professor of Anthropology at Purdue University, studied the role of seeds on farmer livelihoods in rural India as part of his book, Cultivating Knowledge. We discuss the arguments of the article and its malcontents to try and reach a broader understanding of what this debate is really about. Episode Links Andrew Flachs personal website. On Twitter Cultivating Knowledge: Biotechnology, Sustainability, and the Human Cost of Cotton Capitalism in India, By Andrew Flachs. How Biotech Crops Can Crash and Still Never Fail, by Aniket Aga and Maywa Montenegro de Wit, Scientific American. Is Biotechnology Just New Colonialism? Talking Biotech Podcast, Dr. Kevin Folta. 'Woke' Scientific American Goes Anti-GMO, American Council on Science and Health, Cameron English. Whose Science? Whose Knowledge? Sandra Harding. A History of the World in Seven Cheap Things, Jason Moore and Raj Patel. Capitalism in the Web of Life: Ecology and the Accumulation of Capital, Jason Moore Works of Sidney Mintz. R. Vasavi's work on the Green Revolution: Harbingers of Rain: Land and life in South Asia. Shadow Space: Suicides and the Predicament of Rural India. Paul Robbins' contributions to the Intended Consequences Rock, J. (2019). “We are not starving:” challenging genetically modified seeds and development in Ghana. Culture, Agriculture, Food and Environment, 41(1), 15-23. Dowd-Uribe, B. (2014). Engineering yields and inequality? How institutions and agro-ecology shape Bt cotton outcomes in Burkina Faso. Geoforum, 53, 161-171. Andrew Flachs and Paul Richards on the role of performance on agricultural systems. Indian millet hunger reduction program. Learning to Love G.M.O.s, by Jennifer Kahn, The New York Times Montenegro de Wit, M., Kapuscinski, A. R., & Fitting, E. (2020). Democratizing CRISPR? Stories, practices, and politics of science and governance on the agricultural gene editing frontier. Elementa: Science of the Anthropocene, 8. Genetically Modified Democracy, by Aniket Aga. Freedom Farmers: Agricultural Resilience and the Black Freedom Movement Researchers can restore the American chestnut through genetic engineering. But at what cost? The Counter   Full interview transcript available at adam.calo.substack.com Music: Kilkerrin by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue), Creative Commons license Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0)

A significant number of fatalities are due to blood loss following accidents, injuries or medical procedures. While many methods can stop catastrophic bleeds, they take time and are not always successful. This episode explores the process of inducing bleeding cessation with Joe Landolina of Cresilon. The company has devised a polymer from algae that is applied topically, and immediately stops the bleed. The science behind this innovation and potential applications are discussed. # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

Mycotoxins are carcinogenic compounds that arise from specific fungal infections in various crop plants, with corn and peanut being key examples.  In the industrialized world, governments monitor relevant crops carefully, and install strict thresholds for presence of these dangerous compounds. But what about Developing World?  Today's podcast interviews Dr. Felicia Wu, Professor at Michigan State University. Dr. Wu has analyzed the risk associated with mycotoxins, and has studied how various technologies mitigate their effects. This is a shocking revelation about world food security, and a hopeful glance into methods of surveillance and new technology to improve global human health. # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

Camelina (Camelina sativa) is an oilseed brassica that grows fast and produces many seeds. It grows in marginal soil and great resistance to disease and environmental stress.  That said, it is an ideal plant to use as a factory to produce a variety of metabolites that may be used in applications such as fuels and plastics, as well as a sources of healthy food oils and animal nutrition products.  Their resilience as a crop and rapid growth means that they may offer farmers an off-season cover crop that can add to soil health and produce important products.  This week's interview is an interview with Yield10's CEO Dr. Olly Peoples.  Yield10 is advancing the genetics of camelina to produce a variety of useful key polymers, nutrition products and food for animals, inside a cover crop that can expand profitable options for farmers. Visit Yield 10's Camelina website here. # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

Upon sequencing the human genome, scientists were surprised to find that it is composed of about 8% viral sequence. These fossils are relics of ancient primate infections where retroviruses incorporated into the chromosome and became part of the human lineage. While these viral elements have contributed positively to speciation and development of specific human traits, they also have the capacity to become pathogenic. Dr. Advinda Nath is the Clinical Director of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. He joins Talking Biotech to share his experiences, knowledge and predictions in this exciting, emerging area of research.  # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

We are bombarded with information, but do we know what sources to trust and how to evaluate specific claims?  Melanie Tercek-King joins the podcast to discuss some fundamentals of critical thinking, and implement her tool kit to evaluate which claims have merit, and which might be best disregarded. # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

In his new book Dr. Robert Paarlberg describes the current state of the food system, focusing on issues like industrial farming, organic farming, restaurants, biotechnology, and how technology will impact farming in the future.  In today's podcast we discuss some of the critical points of the book and what food and farming may look like in the future. # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

Ticks are significant disease vectors, with an emerging scope of pathologies associated with tick bites. New technologies have accelerated the ability to genetically engineer ticks, creating new opportunities to understand gene function in ticks, as well as potentially use gene editing to control numbers or affect disease vectoring. Dr. Monika Gulia-Nuss (University of Nevada, Reno) and Dr. Jason Rasgon (Penn State University) describe tick disease transmission, new transformation technology, and potential applications.  # COLABRATalking Biotech is brought to you by Colabra – an R&D platform that brings your lab's world-changing research together in one shared space. Learn more at https://www.colabra.app/# TALKING BIOTECHTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingbiotechWebsite: https://www.colabra.app/podcasts/talking-biotech/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colabrahqThe Talking Biotech podcast is distinct from Dr. Kevin Folta's teaching and research roles at the University of Florida. The views expressed on the show are those of Dr. Folta and his guests, and do not reflect the opinions of the university or Colabra.

In the modern era, especially in light of the current pandemic, there are more examples than ever of distrust and controversy around scientific information. As someone on the transmitting side of scientific communication, Dr. Kevin Folta lays out how scientists and popular figures can do better at conveying important findings to the public. This episode also contains conversations about genetically modified organisms, ethical barriers within human biotechnology, and more. Recorded February 10, 2022 @ Industry Plant®

An accomplished scientist at a young age, Dr. Kevin Folta, now chairman of the Horticultural Department at the University of Florida, combines science and communication to deliver impactful messages to students and the public. However, sharing those messages hasn't always been easy.

Is the GMO debate over? Listen as I talk with Kevin Folta about glyphosate, COVID, and being banned from public speaking.

Episode 300 is guest-hosted by Ally Kennedy. She interviews Dr. Kevin Folta about the obstacles to communicating science over the last decade. From a libelous piece in the New York Times, to coordinated smear campaigns, [...] The post 300 – The Battle to Teach Science first appeared on Talking Biotech Podcast.

A lot of people have domains and they will tell you all of the horrible things that genetically engineered crops will do, and on the other hand, there is peer-reviewed literature being produced by academic, government, or industry scientists and tested again by independent groups. So when you see independent reproducibility around certain claims, you can then start to put some stock into them. That's why episode 04 of GMO Watch is about the history and misinformation on GMOs! In this episode of GMO Watch  Podcast, my guest, Dr. Kevin Folta is sharing the importance of understanding what is a reliable source when it comes to claims surrounding GMOs and actionable steps you can take right now to educate yourself by finding trustworthy sources to base your opinions off of. Some of the talking points Dr. Kevin Folta and I go over in this episode include: Where you can find reliable and trustworthy sources for information on GMOs. Breaking down the biggest claims against GMOs; how vague claims relate to hysteria. Do GMOs cause cancer? The hype and research behind this claim. The repercussions that false claims against GMOs have on the world and societies that rely heavily on genetically modified crops. Dr. Kevin Folta's own experience with anti-GMO activists. Touching again on food labels and how this might affect buyers’ choices. More than ever we can't trust so much of what we read online and it’s just become fairly normal to not believe stuff and the majority with common sense just aren’t the loudest. So be sure to tune in to all the episodes to discuss tons of questions around GMOs and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! CONNECT WITH EMILY JOURNEY: Facebook Instagram GMO Watch CONNECT WITH DR. KEVIN FOLTA: Talking Biotech Podcast Illumination 2.0 Blog Twitter Science Facts and Fallacies Podcast

On this week's episode of The Sharp Side of the World I talk with the professor of horticulture at the University of Florida, Kevin Folta, about properly educating science, informing the public of what science is and what it does and many other related topics.  Huge thank you to Kevin Folta for joining me on The Sharp Side of the World! Go check out his podcast: The Talking Biotech Podcast! Conversation with Kevin Folta on The Cowboy Talk Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cowboy-talk/id1532578959?i=1000496625863 The Sharp Side of the World is a podcast of conversation and discussion with anyone, no matter who they are or what side of the aisle their beliefs lie. I hope that the podcast is judged not by the name or reputation of the guest, or by age and environment but rather by the discussion that is in each episode and its contents. With that, happy listening! Facebook: The Sharp Side of the World Instagram and Twitter: @razor_sharp2203 Tik Tok: @thesharpside YouTube: Justin Sharp

If you want to learn something new today, listen to this podcast! We talk with the University of Florida Horticulture Professor and host of the Talking Biotech Podcast, Dr. Kevin Folta about GMOs, the fight to shift the message on GMOs, and agricultural media in general. Massive thank you to Dr. Folta for taking the time to talk with us. Check out his podcast: http://www.talkingbiotechpodcast.com/  

Universe, what's good?! Today's episode features Kevin Folta, a public educator and science communicator. Kevin helps the world understand biotechnology, and helped sequence the strawberry genome with the University of Florida, where he has been a professor since 2002. Ending the monthly discussion around mindset, this episode features discussions on the marketing around food, GMOs, and alternative cancer "cures." Tune in as we discuss his background, enthusiasm for horticulture, and his podcast Talking Biotech. Kevin also takes a few moments to ask Kelsey a few questions on being a young cancer survivor as well! If you have been frustrated over marketing around dietary choices, this is an excellent interview to listen to, as Kevin is here to diminish the fears about what exactly is in our food. Tune in as we discuss his journey, how his life changed after his breakthrough, and of course, science! If you would like to contact Kevin, you can find him on Facebook and Instagram. His podcast Talking Biotech is available on all major platforms. Don't forget to sign up for updates! We will be releasing a newsletter soon. If you would like to donate to the cause, you can click here.  The Purpose from Pain collective is now available! If you have a business of your own and could use support, please consider joining. Check out our website and sign up for updates! We can be found: Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheCanSurvivor Facebook Group for Survivors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCanSurvivors/ Facebook Group for Purpose from Pain: https://www.facebook.com/groups/purposefrompain/ Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Ihcbmr7kxbqsp27rzvbwiduozs4?t=The_CanSurvivor_Network IGTV: https://www.instagram.com/thecansurvivor/channel/ iHeartRadio: https://www.instagram.com/thecansurvivor/channel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecansurvivor/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cansurvivor-network/id1378120771 PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/thecansurvivor Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MarZqSTEvoVxdZg3Is586?si=v5tWrueLS-GRLY1a9r7rWA Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCanSurvivor Venmo: @TheCanSurvivor Website: https://thecansurvivor.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSdPo7f2d1UBA_yR06nz0CA We also began a fundraiser for TCSN. If you would like to show your support, we are selling bracelets for $5. Purchase one today!  Don't forget to rate, comment and share!   Production Credits Joseph Coutcher - Production Travis Moore - Vocals Tre'sja Ellis - Make-Up Music Credits "Feeling Good" by LAKEY Inspired

Joining Innovation Forum's Toby Webb are Jon Entine from the Genetic Literacy Project, Perry Hackett from Recombinetics and Kevin Folta from the University of Florida. They discuss gene editing, GMOs and whether biotech and organics can work together. In a world where ever-more food is required, they also debate whether the entrenched camps in food technology can become less suspicious of each other, and how a more agro-ecology approach across the board can become the focus.

The Science Enthusiast Podcast! Just the right amount of not-a-science-podcast! It's not the worst, but thank you for listening (and we're sorry?)! Hosts:Natalie Newell (Skeptical Parenting) and Dan Broadbent (A Science Enthusiast)! Check out the liveYouTubevideos of the show:http://youtu.be/KUlNp86iegc&http://youtu.be/1KzTFfCQwZ Sponsor:Tucker Carlson, for when you need a fake news pundit who willyell at Bill Nye, and has a chin that just gives up halfway and turns into a neck. (You can also support the show at no cost to you by

tSE 015 - Kevin Folta, Chairman of Horticultural Sciences at University of Florida Episode 015 with hosts Natalie Newell (Skeptical Parenting) and Dan Broadbent (A Science Enthusiast): Login to access this episode's bonus-level content! Disclaimer: You know. Sponsor: "Science always wins." - Kevin Folta God of the week:Anubis Interview: Kevin Folta! Dr. Folta is a professor and chairman of the horticultural sciences department at the University of Florida, and is also an active science communicator.(Someone in the group called him a “modern day science hero”) Check out Kevin's punk band from high school, too. Follow Kevin! Illumination: Kevin Folta's Blog & Kevin Folta on Twitter Thanks to Jayson Merkley of

Interview with Kevin Folta; Forgotten Superheroes of Science: Nikolai Vavilov; News Items: 14 Billion Year Memory, 3D Printing Body Parts, Eating Mammoth; Who's That Noisy; Your Questions and E-mails: David Suzuki; Science or Fiction

Interview with Kevin Folta; Forgotten Superheroes of Science: Gerty Corti; News Items: EM Drive Revisited, Hope for Malaria Vaccine, Cannabis Oil, Washington DC Sinking; Who's That Noisy; Science or Fiction

Kevin Folta is a land-grant scientist exploring ways to make better food with less input, also learning and teaching how to effectively communicate science to the public. He is also a professor in and chairman of the Horticultural Sciences Department at the University of Florida, Gainesville.

Interview with Kevin Folta; Interview with Marc Randazza-Libel Reform; Forgotten Superheroes of Science: Emmy Noether; News Items: Bright Spots on Ceres, Clinical Science, Gravity Lensing, Edison's Plans to Record the Dead; Who's That Noisy; Science or Fiction