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Public Knowledge Of Genetically Modified Organisms In Food And The Impact On Businesses: Evidence From The U.S

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  • Jaclyn Centanni
  • Allison Jancsura
  • Brad Sidaras
  • Gregory W. Arburn

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This study explores the public’s knowledge on Genetically Modified Organisms, or GMOs, in the daily foods we consume. A survey was utilized to collect a random sample. This survey is designed to measure the participant’s knowledge on GMOs and the participant’s diet and lifestyle. Our hypothesis is that individuals who exhibit knowledge of GMOs will have better diets and lifestyle habits. These individuals will be more likely to avoid foods with GMOs by opting for healthier alternatives, such as organic foods and fresh produce. Additionally, individuals who are less knowledge of GMOs will portray more unhealthy habits in their lifestyles. Our expectation is that the group less knowledgeable about GMO’s will be more likely to purchase foods containing GMOs. By gaining a better understanding of the connection between knowledge and lifestyle choices, or lack thereof, we can learn more about how one’s knowledge of GMOs affects his/her lifestyle and purchasing habits

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  • Jaclyn Centanni & Allison Jancsura & Brad Sidaras & Gregory W. Arburn, 2017. "Public Knowledge Of Genetically Modified Organisms In Food And The Impact On Businesses: Evidence From The U.S," Global Journal of Business Research, The Institute for Business and Finance Research, vol. 11(3), pages 27-37.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibf:gjbres:v:11:y:2017:i:3:p:27-37
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    1. Katrina Oselinsky & Ashlie Johnson & Pamela Lundeberg & Abby Johnson Holm & Megan Mueller & Dan J. Graham, 2021. "GMO Food Labels Do Not Affect College Student Food Selection, Despite Negative Attitudes towards GMOs," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(4), pages 1-19, February.

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    Keywords

    Genetically Modified Organisms; Lifestyle Habits;

    JEL classification:

    • Q18 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agricultural Policy; Food Policy; Animal Welfare Policy

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