Brazil – the GMO momentum
The area covered by genetically modified crops has been growing rapidly but the anti-GM campaign is far from defeated.
Costa Rica’s struggle to keep Monsanto out
On the 25th May, more than 450 cities in the world marched against Monsanto, and San Jose was no exception.
Mexico: Mayan farmers defeat ‘Gene Giant’ in latest court ruling
Last week's quiet victory over Monsanto in Campeche may have huge implications for native Indian groups in the US and Canada.
An American Spymaster’s story
A book by the former CIA bureau chief for Latin America head tells us more about his mind-set than the details of his activities.
Brazil – new concerns over GM mosquito
Alarm at new dengue emergency where GM mosquito trials conducted.
Latin America on a Dangerous Precipice
FAO optimism about eliminating hunger ignores climate change, which will present a big risk for the continent.
Free trade and Mexico’s junk food epidemic
There's been a real explosion in obesity and diabetes in Mexico, largely because NAFTA has changed profoundly the country's food systems.
Brazil — GM crops may be causing cancer
Brazil's National Cancer Institute is concerned about the health of the country's population, now that glyphosate, widely used in the cultivation of soya, has been classified as a "probable carcinogen".
Colombia ends fumigation
In a surprising move Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has decided to end the spraying of Monsanto's Round Up as a means of eradicating coca.