Public opinion about genetically modified foods and trust in scientists connected with these foods

    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Format:
    Research report
    Publication Date:
    2016
    URL:
    https://www.pewresearch.org/science/2016/12/01/public-opinion-about-genetically-modified-foods-and-trust-in-scientists-connected-with-these-foods
    Published:
    USA: Pew Research Center, Washington, D.C.
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 134 Document Number: D11401
    Subject Term:
    attitudes, biotechnology, consumers, consumption, coverage, credibility (media), credibility (sources), environment, food, food safety, gender, government, information issues, knowledge, knowledge level, mass media, opinions, participation, politics, public attitudes, reporting, research communication, risk assessment, risk communication, scientific communication, scientists, small farmers, genetic engineering, organic, trust, age, genetic modification, policy makers, demographics, and motives
    Notes:
    30 pages., Online via website., "Despite the growing use of genetically modified crops over the past 20 years, most Americans say they know only a little about GM foods. And many people appear to hold 'soft' views about the health effects of GM foods, saying they are not sure about whether such foods are better or worse for one's health. ... a majority of Americans perceive disagreement in the scientific community over whether or not GM foods are safe to eat. And, only a minority of Americans perceive scientists as having a strong understanding of the health risks and benefits of GM foods."

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