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  1. Apr 2016
    1. it could outcompete the wild salmon, which is smaller, for food and breeding grounds

      This may not be true. Since the AquAdvantage fish grows year round, and does not have a "dormant" stage like other salmon, this fish may actually have a disadvantage, as it has to forage year round. More studies need to be done to make any sort of "competition" claims

    2. man-made breed

      here, is "man-made" referring to the genetically engineered aspect of the fish? Would a conventionally bred chicken be considered "Man-made"?

  2. Dec 2015
    1. What if the GMO salmon gets into the wild somehow?

      This section focuses on potential negative environmental effects of the Salmon but does not attempt to discuss any of the benefits

    2. though there are a few that hint at potential harm to organs like the kidneys, liver and heart, as well as increased risk of cancers and early death in these animals.

      Is this based on the Seralini study? Where are the references to these studies?

    3. asking

      I am not sure if "asking" is an appropriate term. From the link: " FDA supports voluntary labeling and is providing this guidance to assist manufacturers that wish to voluntarily label their foods as being made with Atlantic salmon or ingredients derived from Atlantic salmon that has or has not been genetically engineered."

      Please comment if you disagree and think they are "asking" for one.

  3. Oct 2015
    1. The vested interests at play mean the evidence we see from the research community isn’t always objective. So instead of allowing “experts” to determine the best course of action, why not ask the public? We could demand independent, objective evidence

      Underplays the vast independent scientific research literature that is already out there.