GMO Foods Genetically Modified Organisms When hearing, reading and watching GMOs in the news it generally refers to meats and plant based foods. Altering food is for a variety of reasons: The ability to withstand droughts, resistance to pests, nicer appearance, faster growth and bulk, and battle famine in third world countries. There are many arguments in favor and against GMOs. GMOs have been around for years, are here to stay and will continue ...