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This is the history of Monsanto’s herbicides…

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0:00 An Unusual Enemy
5:18 Monsanto’s Secret Poison Problem
11:17 Vietnam and Agent Orange
14:08 Roundup
19:31 How Monsanto controls seeds
26:06 The Crop Mafia
31:10 The Monsanto Papers
41:18 How dangerous is Roundup really?

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Summary: The video titled "Exposing Why Farmers Can't Legally Replant Their Own Seeds" delves into the historical and legal complexities surrounding Monsanto's practices related to seed patents and herbicides. It covers significant topics such as the company's controversial herbicides, including Agent Orange and Roundup, as well as the broader implications of seed control in agriculture, commonly referred to as the "Crop Mafia."

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Monsanto, an agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation, has been at the center of debates regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and herbicide use. The company’s practices have led to legal restrictions preventing farmers from replanting seeds derived from patented crops, significantly impacting agricultural sustainability and farmer autonomy. The discussion also touches on the environmental and health concerns associated with herbicides like Roundup, which contains glyphosate.

Keywords: Seed patents, Monsanto practices, herbicides, agricultural control, farmer autonomy.

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