Bowman vs Monsanto, genetically modified soybean case

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The forum discussion centers on the legal implications of genetically modified (GM) soybean patents, particularly focusing on the case of Vernon Bowman versus Monsanto. Bowman, an Indiana farmer, faced a lawsuit for patent infringement after planting commodity soybeans, which were predominantly Roundup Ready, without purchasing Monsanto's seeds. The discussion highlights concerns about the monopolistic control of biotech companies over agricultural products and the potential for widespread patent claims on genetically modified crops, raising significant questions about farmers' rights and food supply safety.

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  • #61
Averagesupernova said:
Did he notify them whether or not he will be spraying with Roundup thus fully utilizing the GMO traits in the crop or will he take care of weed control using pre-Roundup methods?

Yes he did use roundup and he did tell Mosanto reps. Not only that he planted subsequent second crops using seed he saved from the original crop grown with commodity seed.


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  • #62
I'd say he is going down.
 
  • #63
Averagesupernova said:
I'd say he is going down.


It looks like it. The weird thing is that he has probably spent more to defend himself than he would have had to pay Monsanto.
 

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