Advances in genetic modification offer us the ability to mass produce strains of crops that are more resistant to drought and disease. Perhaps more importantly, advances in genetic modification offer us the ability to do this in a cost effective manner on a large scale.

With the ability to do this we could conceivably put an end to world hunger. No one would have to face the dire consequences of failed crops or a bad harvest.

Have you ever been to a supermarket and noticed the differences between said supermarket’s ‘Organic’ and standard ranges? Go and have a look. I guarantee that the most noticeable differences will be in the product’s packaging and price. ‘Organic’ products are often given the luxury treatment by supermarkets. They are given prime positions on the shelves, their packaging is made to be more appealing than that of other products, and they are sold as being healthier than non-‘Organic’ products.