The Future of Food

The Future of Food presents an investigation into the world of genetically engineered foods and their impact on farmers, consumers, and the global food supply. Directed by Deborah Koons Garcia, it focuses on the unlabeled, patented, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) that have become prevalent in grocery stores across the United States.

The documentary highlights the experiences of farmers in North America who have faced legal challenges from large corporations like Monsanto due to the spread of patented genes into their crops. It also showcases the effects of this technology on traditional farming practices in countries such as Mexico, where local corn varieties are being replaced by subsidized US corn.

Garcia’s work addresses several key issues surrounding GMOs, including the patenting of living organisms, the potential loss of biodiversity, and the increasing corporate control over the global food system. The film raises concerns about the long-term ecological consequences of monoculture farming and the risk of widespread food supply disruption due to reduced genetic diversity.

The documentary covers the complex interplay of market forces, government policies, and the push towards globalization that have contributed to the rapid adoption of genetically engineered crops. It also presents alternative approaches to large-scale industrial agriculture, highlighting organic and sustainable farming methods as potential solutions to current agricultural challenges.

Filmed on location in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the documentary provides a platform for farmers, scientists, and experts to share their perspectives on the changing landscape of food production. Through these voices, the film illustrates the far-reaching implications of genetically modified foods on human health, agricultural practices, and global food security.