Why are so many grocery stores and other markets so big on nonGMO foods and products if this is a safe way of producing food?

Expert response from Anne Cundiff

Registered and Licensed Dietitian, Hy-Vee Foods

Thursday, 09/06/2016 23:03

I do not have exact numbers for my particular retailer, but in our nation, around 20-25 percent of foods found in most retail locations are non-GMO. As a registered dietitian, nutrition expert and retail dietitian, my focus is to provide my clients and customers with sound nutrition advice based on science as well as meeting my clients and customers where they are in their wellness journey. Genetically modified foods are safe for human and animal consumption based on science and research. However, there are some consumers who are concerned with GMOs in their foods and are making the personal choice to not purchase these foods. I feel retailers are responding by providing these consumers with products meeting their specific wellness needs.