As much as I dislike large multinationals, I think the author of the article is rating a little high on the scare tactics.  The genetically modified seeds, while being strictly controlled, are definitely not the norm when you look at what people are seeding.  For every genetically modified variety, there are often dozens of non-controlled varieties available.  And quite frankly, the genetically modified seeds haven't fullfilled their promise.  RoundUp Ready canola immediately pops to mind.  Most of the farmers in my area have quite using it due to bad problems with volunteer canola in successive years.  And since its RoundUp resistant, its difficult to eliminate.

Rod