The Present and Future of Genetically Altered Foods

Event Details

When
04/14/2007
11:00am - 12:30pm
Where
Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences
1125 W Lake Ave
Peoria, IL, 61614-5935
United States
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County: 
Peoria
Fee: 
Free. Open to the Public.<br>Reservations Required.<br>Call 309.686.7000 ext. 119.
Where
Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences
1125 W Lake Ave
Peoria, IL, 61614-5935
See map: Google Maps
County: 
Peoria
Fee: 
Free. Open to the Public.<br>Reservations Required.<br>Call 309.686.7000 ext. 119.
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How is corn modified today? What are the processes involved in altering the genetic makeup of corn in order to create alternative fuels, shoe polish, batteries, etc.? What other foods/food products are being altered in laboratories in Illinois?

Panelists

  • Dr. David Kendra, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Services (ARS) Midwest Area
  • Tamara White, Senior Director of Commodities, Illinois Farm Bureau

This event is presented in partnership with theIllinois Farm Bureau, the Lakeview Museum of Arts & Sciences, and the USDA-ARS-Midwest Area.

This event is free and open to the public. Box lunches will be served free, but reservations are required. Anne Schmitt, Associate Director of Education, 309.686.7000 ext, 119.

For more information, if you need a sign interpreter or require other arrangements to fully participate, please call 309.686.7000 ext. 119.