Why are vegetables less nutritious now?

Due to increased yield affecting nutrient density.

What is the impact of hybrid tomatoes on nutrients?

Hybrid tomatoes have lower nutrient levels.

Limagra is a major seed producer.

Children are preferred for their speed and obedience.

Organizations like Kokopelli promote free seeds.

Nutrient levels in fruits and vegetables have significantly decreased since 1960, impacting calcium, vitamin C, and iron content, as highlighted by researcher Donald Davis.
The focus on yield and economic traits in breeding hybrid fruits and vegetables has led to a decline in nutrient density, affecting both flavor and nutritional value, with seeds like those from Limagra being sold at exorbitant prices.

Why are vegetables less nutritious now?
Due to increased yield affecting nutrient density.
What is the impact of hybrid tomatoes on nutrients?
Hybrid tomatoes have lower nutrient levels.
Who are the major seed suppliers for tomatoes?
Limagra is a major seed producer.
Why is child labor prevalent in tomato seed production?
Children are preferred for their speed and obedience.
How are organizations combating the dominance of seed giants?
Organizations like Kokopelli promote free seeds.

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Vegetables in the past contained more vitamins and minerals, as shown by a food composition table from 60 years ago.
A comparison was made between the nutrient content of fruits and vegetables from 1960 and 2017, revealing a significant decline in calcium, vitamin C, and iron levels.
Researcher Donald Davis highlighted the decline in nutrients in foods over the years, attributing it to increased yield affecting nutrient density.
Hybridization of fruits and vegetables, like tomatoes, has led to changes in their characteristics, with a focus on productivity and appearance.
The development of hybrid tomatoes aimed at extending shelf life led to the creation of an "Eternal tomato" in Israel.
The Eternal tomato, designed for long shelf life, was created through cross-pollination with a plant carrying a genetic defect that inhibits ripening.
A comparison between hybrid and heirloom tomatoes showed that the hybrid had lower nutrient levels, including calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, lycopene, and polyphenols.
Hybrid seeds are single-use, requiring farmers to purchase new seeds each year, contributing to the profitability of seed suppliers like Limagra.
Limagra, a major seed producer, sells tomato seeds at high prices, with some varieties costing up to 400,000 Euros per kilogram.
The focus on yield and economic traits in breeding hybrid varieties has led to a decrease in nutrient content, impacting both flavor and nutritional value.

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Tomato seeds are sold for the price of gold, produced by hand in countries with cheap labor, marking the era of seed globalization.
In India, child labor is prevalent in the production of tomato seeds, with 16% of workers being children under 14 years old.
Multinational seed companies like BASF, Dupont, Bayamon Santo, Syngenta, and Limagran operate in Karnataka, where child labor is a significant issue.
Children are preferred for seed production due to their speed and obedience, allowing farmers to cut costs and increase profit margins.
Women in India work in tomato seed fields under harsh conditions, earning significantly less than the legal minimum wage.
Organizations like Kokopelli in France are working to preserve traditional vegetable varieties and promote free seeds to combat the dominance of agrochemical giants.