Two workshops were conducted in 2005, entitled "Issues Relating to Genetic Engineering in California Agriculture". The first was held in Santa Rosa, CA, on October 11, 2005, and the second in Parlier, CA, on October 21, 2005.

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Presentations

"Biotechnology Basics: Some of what you need to know in a few minutes"
Peggy G. Lemaux, UC Berkeley
Powerpoint | PDF

"Use of GE Crops and Animals in CA Agriculture"
Alison Van Eenennaam, UC Davis
Powerpoint | PDF

"Regulatory Structure for GE Crops"
Alan McHughen, UC Riverside
Powerpoint | PDF

"The USDA National Organic Plan"
Peggy G. Lemaux, UC Berkeley
(modified from a presentation given by Chip Sundstrom, Executive Director, California Crop Improvement Association)
Powerpoint | PDF

"County GMO Ordinances/Resolutions"
John Harper, UCCE Mendocino County
Powerpoint | PDF

"Genetically Engineered Crops in San Luis Obispo County: Before and After the Ballots"
Mary Bianchi, Horticulture Advisor, UCCE San Luis Obispo County
Powerpoint | PDF

"What Are Some of the Food Safety Issues?"
Peggy G. Lemaux, UC Berkeley
Powerpoint | PDF

Handouts
Organizers
Peggy G. Lemaux
Alison Van Eenennaam

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