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The '''Innate potato''' was the first genetically modified potato to be approved by the [[USDA]] and [[FDA]].<ref>{{cite web|title=​Introducing Innate™ Technology|url=http://www.simplotplantsciences.com|website=simplotplantsciences.com|publisher=J. R. Simplot Company.|accessdate=22 April 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=J.R. Simplot Company Petition (13-022-01p) for Determination of Non-Regulated Status for InnateTM Potatoes with Low Acrylamide Potential and Reduced Black Spot Bruise: Events E12 and E24 (Russet Burbank); F10 and F37 (Ranger Russet); J3, J55, and J78 (Atlantic); G11 (G); H37 and H50 (H)|url=http://www.aphis.usda.gov/brs/aphisdocs/13_02201p_dea.pdf|website=aphis.usda.gov|publisher=United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=March 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=FDA concludes Arctic Apples and Innate Potatoes are safe for consumption|url=http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm439121.htm|website=fda.gov|publisher=U.S. Food and Drug Administration|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=March 20, 2015}}</ref> The cultivar was developed by [[J. R. Simplot Company]]. It is designed to resist browning and to contain less of an [[amino acid]] that turns into [[acrylamide]], which is a probable human [[carcinogen]].<ref name="New York Times">{{cite web|last1=Pollack|first1=Andrew|title=U.S.D.A. Approves Modified Potato. Next Up: French Fry Fans|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/08/business/genetically-modified-potato-from-simplot-approved-by-usda.html|website=nytimes.com|publisher=The New York Times Company HomeSearch|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=7 Nov 2014}}</ref><ref name=Guardian1>{{cite web|last1=Glenza|first1=Jessica|title='Innate Potato' heads for market but GM watchdogs chip away at Simplot success|url=http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2014/nov/08/innate-potato-simplot-gm-watchdogs|website=theguardian.com|publisher=Guardian News and Media Limited|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=8 Nov 2014}}</ref> Simplot hopes that the new potato will assuage consumer fears about biotechnology.<ref name="New York Times"/> The 'Innate' name comes from the fact that this variety does not contain any genetic material from other species (the genes used are "[[Wiktionary:innate|innate]]" to potatoes.)<ref name="New York Times"/>
The '''Innate potato''' was the first genetically modified potato to be approved by the [[USDA]] and [[FDA]].<ref>{{cite web|title=​Introducing Innate™ Technology|url=http://www.simplotplantsciences.com|website=simplotplantsciences.com|publisher=J. R. Simplot Company.|accessdate=22 April 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=J.R. Simplot Company Petition (13-022-01p) for Determination of Non-Regulated Status for InnateTM Potatoes with Low Acrylamide Potential and Reduced Black Spot Bruise: Events E12 and E24 (Russet Burbank); F10 and F37 (Ranger Russet); J3, J55, and J78 (Atlantic); G11 (G); H37 and H50 (H)|url=http://www.aphis.usda.gov/brs/aphisdocs/13_02201p_dea.pdf|website=aphis.usda.gov|publisher=United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=March 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=FDA concludes Arctic Apples and Innate Potatoes are safe for consumption|url=http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm439121.htm|website=fda.gov|publisher=U.S. Food and Drug Administration|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=March 20, 2015}}</ref> The cultivar was developed by [[J. R. Simplot Company]]. It is designed to resist browning and to contain less of an [[amino acid]] that turns into [[acrylamide]], which is a probable human [[carcinogen]].<ref name="New York Times">{{cite web|last1=Pollack|first1=Andrew|title=U.S.D.A. Approves Modified Potato. Next Up: French Fry Fans|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/08/business/genetically-modified-potato-from-simplot-approved-by-usda.html|website=nytimes.com|publisher=The New York Times Company HomeSearch|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=7 Nov 2014}}</ref><ref name=Guardian1>{{cite web|last1=Glenza|first1=Jessica|title='Innate Potato' heads for market but GM watchdogs chip away at Simplot success|url=http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2014/nov/08/innate-potato-simplot-gm-watchdogs|website=theguardian.com|publisher=Guardian News and Media Limited|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=8 Nov 2014}}</ref> Simplot hopes that the new potato will assuage consumer fears about biotechnology.<ref name="New York Times"/> The 'Innate' name comes from the fact that this variety does not contain any genetic material from other species (the genes used are "[[Wiktionary:innate|innate]]" to potatoes.)<ref name="New York Times"/>


[[McDonald]]'s is among the top consumers of potatoes in the US, and reportedly buys 3.4 billion pounds of potatoes annually for the production of [[french fries]]. However, McDonalds is not expected to adopt the Simplot as a part of it's supply chain. Activists have asked McDonalds to not use any GMO ingredients, specifically in response to the Innate potato.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Gunther|first1=Marc|title=McDonald's GMO dilemma: why fries are causing such a fuss|url=http://www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/mcdonalds-fries-innate-potato-genetically-modified-food|website=theguardian.com|publisher=Guardian News and Media Limited|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=4 December 2013}}</ref> A [[spokesperson]] for the fast-food company is on record saying that "McDonald's USA does not source GMO potatoes, nor do we have current plans to change our sourcing practice."<ref name=Guardian1/>
[[McDonald's]] is among the top consumers of potatoes in the US, and reportedly buys 3.4 billion pounds of potatoes annually for the production of [[french fries]]. However, McDonalds is not expected to adopt the Simplot as a part of it's supply chain. Activists have asked McDonalds to not use any GMO ingredients, specifically in response to the Innate potato.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Gunther|first1=Marc|title=McDonald's GMO dilemma: why fries are causing such a fuss|url=http://www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/mcdonalds-fries-innate-potato-genetically-modified-food|website=theguardian.com|publisher=Guardian News and Media Limited|accessdate=22 April 2015|date=4 December 2013}}</ref> A [[spokesperson]] for the fast-food company is on record saying that "McDonald's USA does not source GMO potatoes, nor do we have current plans to change our sourcing practice."<ref name=Guardian1/>


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Revision as of 19:59, 25 April 2015

  • Comment: I'd say this falls under WP:MILL. If this is an attempt to discuss EH92-527-1 particularly, there is no indication this variety is notable per se. FoCuSandLeArN (talk) 00:53, 24 April 2015 (UTC)
  • Comment: I'm not sure what makes you think that this article would discuss EH92-527-1 particularly, given that that variety already has it's own article, and plus, the section on the Innate is actually longer. I think the purpose of this article is like that of Genetically modified tomato, or Genetically modified maize, which give an overview of the many varieties and traits, both available and in development which would get too big to include all of the details of them in the article Genetically modified crops. SarrCat ∑;3 01:07, 24 April 2015 (UTC)
Amflora potatoes, modified to produce pure amylopectin starch

A genetically modified potato is a potato that has had its genes modified, using genetic engineering. Goals of modification include introducing pest resistance, tweaking the amounts of certain chemicals produced by the plant, and to prevent browning or bruising of the tubers.

Varieties

NewLeaf

In 1995, Monsanto introduced the NewLeaf variety of potato which was their first genetically modified crop. It wass designed to resist attack from the Colorado potato beetle due to the insertion of Bt toxin producing genes from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis. The insect-resistant potatoes found only a small market, and Monsanto discontinued the sale of seed in 2001.[1]

Amflora

Main article: Amflora

'Amflora' (also known as EH92-527-1) was a cultivar developed by BASF Plant Science for production of pure amylopectin starch for processing into waxy potato starch.[2] It was approved for industrial applications in the European Union market on 2 March 2010 by the European Commission,[3] but was withdrawn from the EU market in January 2012 due to a lack of acceptance from farmers and consumers.[4]

Innate

The Innate potato was the first genetically modified potato to be approved by the USDA and FDA.[5][6][7] The cultivar was developed by J. R. Simplot Company. It is designed to resist browning and to contain less of an amino acid that turns into acrylamide, which is a probable human carcinogen.[8][9] Simplot hopes that the new potato will assuage consumer fears about biotechnology.[8] The 'Innate' name comes from the fact that this variety does not contain any genetic material from other species (the genes used are "innate" to potatoes.)[8]

McDonald's is among the top consumers of potatoes in the US, and reportedly buys 3.4 billion pounds of potatoes annually for the production of french fries. However, McDonalds is not expected to adopt the Simplot as a part of it's supply chain. Activists have asked McDonalds to not use any GMO ingredients, specifically in response to the Innate potato.[10] A spokesperson for the fast-food company is on record saying that "McDonald's USA does not source GMO potatoes, nor do we have current plans to change our sourcing practice."[9]

References

  1. ^ Kilman, Scott (21 March 2001). "Monsanto's Genetically Modified Potatoes Find Slim Market, Despite Repelling Bugs". wsj.com. Dow Jones & Company, Inc. Retrieved 23 April 2015.
  2. ^ http://www.rsc.org/chemistryworld/2013/02/basf-gm-potato-amflora
  3. ^ http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2010/mar/03/eu-approves-gm-food-potato
  4. ^ James Kanter for the New York Times. January 16, 2012. BASF to Stop Selling Genetically Modified Products in Europe
  5. ^ "​Introducing Innate™ Technology". simplotplantsciences.com. J. R. Simplot Company. Retrieved 22 April 2015. {{cite web}}: zero width space character in |title= at position 1 (help)
  6. ^ "J.R. Simplot Company Petition (13-022-01p) for Determination of Non-Regulated Status for InnateTM Potatoes with Low Acrylamide Potential and Reduced Black Spot Bruise: Events E12 and E24 (Russet Burbank); F10 and F37 (Ranger Russet); J3, J55, and J78 (Atlantic); G11 (G); H37 and H50 (H)" (PDF). aphis.usda.gov. United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. March 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  7. ^ "FDA concludes Arctic Apples and Innate Potatoes are safe for consumption". fda.gov. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. March 20, 2015. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  8. ^ a b c Pollack, Andrew (7 Nov 2014). "U.S.D.A. Approves Modified Potato. Next Up: French Fry Fans". nytimes.com. The New York Times Company HomeSearch. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  9. ^ a b Glenza, Jessica (8 Nov 2014). "'Innate Potato' heads for market but GM watchdogs chip away at Simplot success". theguardian.com. Guardian News and Media Limited. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  10. ^ Gunther, Marc (4 December 2013). "McDonald's GMO dilemma: why fries are causing such a fuss". theguardian.com. Guardian News and Media Limited. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
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