The Safe Seed Pledge
Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend.
We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable
source for future generations. For the benefit of all farmers,
gardeners and consumers who want an alternative, we pledge that we
do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants.
The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural
reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms poses
great biological risks, as well as economic, political and cultural
threats. We feel that genetically engineered varieties have been
insufficiently tested prior to public release. More research and
testing is necessary to further assess the potential risks of
genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to support
agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically
diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately healthy people and
communities.