Video: Monsanto's Harvest of Fear Part 1. Monsanto already dominates America's food chain with its genetically modified seeds. Now it has targeted milk production.
Just as frightening as the corporation's tactics—ruthless legal battles against small farmers—is its decades-long history of toxic contamination. Democracy Nows Amy Goodman speaks to James Steele, contributing editor at Vanity Fair.
"While the rising cost of food around the world pushes millions into deeper hunger and scarcity, agricultural companies like Monsanto are posting record profits. The top seed maker in the world, Monsanto's stock has gained 95% over the past year and 1600% over the past 5 years. Monsantos' profits topped $1.6 Billion in the first quarter, up 37% over the same quarter last year.
