Responses from food manufacturers about genetically-modified sugar beet inquiries
Compiled By Hakeem Alexander (Exercising Your Mind) April 04, 2008
Subject:
Genetically Modified Sugar Beets
From:
Consumer Services-Help <cshelp@genmills.com>
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Date:
Thu, Apr 10, 2008 7:52 am
To:
“hakeem@hypnoathletics.com” <
Subject:
Yogurt Question
From:
“Dannon Consumer Affairs” <
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Date:
Mon, Apr 07, 2008 7:17 am
To:
hakeem@hypnoathletics.com
Dear Hakeem Alexander,
Thank you for contacting Dannon and for sharing your point of view. Let me assure you that all Dannon products are manufactured under strict quality controls and conditions that meet or exceed applicable industry and government standards. We take great care to monitor all scientific information related to food safety, including the assessment of ingredients improved through agricultural biotechnology.
We have confidence in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) assurance on the safety of foods, including foods developed through agricultural biotechnology. Safety and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we will continue to follow all scientific literature on food biotechnology to be sure that there is continued confidence in its safety and general acceptance by consumers.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and feelings about genetically modified sugar beets and we will carefully consider your opinion, as we value all consumer comments.
Again, thank you for contacting Dannon.
Sincerely,
Lisa Moore
Consumer Response Representative
Ref#:991415N
Thank you for contacting us at PepsiCo regarding our ingredients.
Subject:
Follow-up from PepsiCo
From:
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Date:
Thu, Apr 03, 2008 4:54 pm
To:
hakeem@hypnoathletics.com
As you can imagine, PepsiCo is dedicated to producing the highest quality, greatest tasting food and beverage products. We ensure all products meet or exceed stringent safety and quality standards.
You can be certain that we only use ingredients that are safe and approved by applicable government and regulatory authorities.
Having said that, please know that we will forward your comments and feedback to the appropriate people here at headquarters for consideration in future purchasing decisions.
Again, we appreciate your interest in our products and thank you for your input.
All the best,NOTES:
