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NorfolkPlantSciences

3 years

We need second generation #GMOs to help combat chronic disease. #Anthocyanin rich #purple tomato is an example of this, says Prof. Cathie Martin. #BigPurpleTomato #nutrition .

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

We are interrupting your timeline with a breaking news on the #BigPurpleTomato 🎉 The @USDA_APHIS found that the tomato is unlikely to pose an increased plant pest risk compared to other cultivated tomatoes, & has approved it for planting in the US. More:

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@BigPurpleTomato

1 year

Imagine these two delicious combo in your dinner plate. Left is golden rice enriched with beta carotene 🌾. Right is purple tomato enriched with anthocyanin, all products of agricultural biotechnology. We love to see science improve lives!🍛😍

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Genetically modified (GM) purple tomatoes will be able to be grown in American gardens from 2023

USDA approves the purchase of purple GM tomato seeds for home growers

The USDA has allowed Norfolk Plant Science’s nutritionally enhanced high-anthocyanin purple tomato seeds to be purchased from Spring 2023.

www.newfoodmagazine.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Sneak peak! A rare view of the #BigPurpleTomato inside the greenhouse. For this, you gotta love purple 💜🍅

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@BigPurpleTomato

1 year

Norfolk reached a very proud milestone yesterday! @Ginkgo served our tasty, nutritious and beautiful purple tomato at their Ferment event, to the delight of hundreds of guests! Honored to be among other Synbio food stars like @motiffoodworks !

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Word on the street is that the newly approved #BigPurpleTomato will revolutionize the tomato industry. We can't wait to see it in the grocery stores. Can you?

Big news out of the tomato industry

A new tomato offers healthy — and potentially lucrative — benefits.

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

On the headlines today: Norfolk Healthy Produce bets on the power of the purple GMO tomato Are you ready to embrace the power of purple?

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Plant biologist, Professor Martin @JohnInnesCentre has spent almost two decades developing a dark purple variety that is unusually high in antioxidants, with twice the amount found in blueberries, writes @JenniferMKahn Read more:

GM foods: Our suspicion and fear may be a thing of the past

Once dubbed 'Frankenstein foods', genetically modified crops may in fact be life-savers wrongly vilified by association with the major corporations that developed them

www.irishexaminer.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Using genetic engineering to biofortify crops offer an important opportunity to developing healthy diets. It should not be rejected as it has proven to be a useful tool to complement other breeding programs @ScienceAlly

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@BigPurpleTomato

1 year

To our fans curious about where Norfolk is headed, check out this story today in @agfundernews

GM tomatoes are coming back, but this time they’re purple, and packed with new health benefits

GM tomatoes are back, says biotech startup Norfolk Healthy Produce… but now they come with health benefits and a longer shelf life.

agfundernews.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Purple #GMO tomato, high antioxidant anthocyanin protects against cancer; genes from snapdragon @JohnInnesCentre

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

The purple tomato was created in order to provide the public with a "nutritionally improved tomato”, writes Shruti Kandwal The developers @JohnInnesCentre have been working to get regulatory approval ever since it was completed in 2008

USDA Gives Greenlight to Purple Tomato After 14 Years

The purple tomato was created in order to provide the public with a "nutritionally improved tomato”. The developers have been working to get regulatory approval ever since it was completed in 2008.

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Analysis by @ProduceBlueBook 👇🏿 The #BigPurpleTomato reflects a shift in GMO production: from breeding plants for pest resistance and other characteristics that appeal to growers, to breeding them for consumer appeal

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@BigPurpleTomato

1 year

We had a great turnout at our #PurplepleTomato reveal and tasting at @ncbiotech center. Lots of tomato lovers enjoying the wonders of biotech 💜🍅

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Behold the purple tomato- a new designer super fruit. Assuming @USDA approves their sale in the coming weeks, #BigPurpleTomato could be available for the first time—as seeds you can grow or fruit you can buy at the store, writes @ctrlzee 💜🍅.

Behold the purple tomato, a new designer super fruit - Fast Company

Blueberries and blackberries are loaded with antioxidants; by tweaking three genes, tomatoes can have the same benefit.

www.fastcompany.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

1 year

We're honored to have contributed to @PanCAN 's #PurpleStride impactful fundraiser in Raleigh Durham yesterday. Lucas and Mary Francis served antioxidant-rich purple tomato samples to >100 people. How did people respond? (Hint-we're more motivated than ever now!)

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Most genetically engineered foods were developed to aid farmers. This one will try to sway over health-conscious produce shoppers~ @WIRED

A GMO Purple Tomato Is Coming to Stores. Will the US Bite?

Most genetically engineered foods were developed to aid farmers. This one will try to sway over health-conscious produce shoppers.

www.wired.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Wishing everyone a healthy, hopeful start to the New Year! This challenging year held powerful examples biotechnology's benefits, including this insight from @ScienceAlly :

5 reasons why the GMO debate is over - Alliance for Science

The GMO debate is over. Here are five reasons why.

allianceforscience.org

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

As Purple As A Tomato! #FridayVibes

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

“We look forward to sensible regulatory frameworks for #BigPurpleTomato in the UK, and effective methods to protect our major crops from disease, using genetics instead of chemistry.” ~ @jonathandgjones

Norfolk Plant Sciences welcomes major milestone decision on purple GM tomatoes | John Innes Centre

A spinout company’s dream of bringing genetically modified (GM) purple tomatoes to the gardens and plates of American home growers has moved a crucial step closer following a decision by United...

www.jic.ac.uk

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Want to see a "delicious" collection of #BigPurpleTomato photos in the greenhouse and on your plate? Check out this story from @DailyMailUK

Genetically modified PURPLE tomatoes are set to hit the US market

The purple tomatoes were created with genes from snapdragon flowers, which added a high dose of anthocyanins that have antidiabetic, anticancer, and other health-protecting benefits.

www.dailymail.co.uk

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

To achieve the desired levels of anthocyanin in our #GMPurpleTomatoes , we used genes from 2 plants: Delila (Del) and Rosea1 (Ros1) genes from snapdragon flowers and the MYB12 gene from arabidopsis thaliana.

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

A purple tomato genetically modified to make it rich in the beneficial pigments found in “superfoods” such as blueberries could soon go on sale in the US. Read more:

Purple 'superfood' tomato could finally go on sale in the US

A small company has applied for approval in the US to sell a genetically modified tomato that is rich in the beneficial pigments found in blueberries

www.newscientist.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Our dream of bringing genetically modified (GM) purple tomatoes to the gardens and plates of #American home growers has moved a crucial step closer following a decision by @USDA_APHIS

Norfolk Plant Sciences welcomes major milestone decision on purple GM tomatoes

Norfolk Plant Sciences Ltd welcomed the decision by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) which means US home growers should be able to purchase seeds and grow the nutritionally enhanced...

www.eurekalert.org

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

current scientific consensus is it's a good thing

Chaz Brenchley

@ChazBrenchley

2 years

Hunh. What's the current consensus on GM - still a bad thing?

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Golden rice 🌾 + Purple Tomato =🤝

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@maha_arujanan

2 years

Finally I am able to see and touch the Golden Beauty. Hope to eat it in my next visit. It is now within reach to Say NO to blindness caused by deficiency of Vitamin A. Unless countries are turning blind to this solution. #GoldenRice

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

The science is clear. The #BigPurpleTomato provides a healthier alternative for all tomato lovers.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Amazing nutritional benefits 💜🍅

Channa Prakash

@AgBioWorld

3 years

'Purple’ tomato fruit genetically engineered to produce anthocyanins, bioactive compounds associated with health benefits. Find out more: Photo credit: JIC Photography @TheSainsburyLab

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@BigPurpleTomato

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"VAD has continued to cause severe illness and death among certain populations worldwide, especially children...totaling 105,700 deaths. Had GR become a part of diets in vulnerable populations worldwide, a portion of these lives might have been saved."

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Purple foods keep your heart healthy, kill cancer cells, contain antioxidants called anthocyanins, a plant pigment that gives fruits and vegetables their deep red, purple or blue colour writes @Boldsky

Health Benefits Of Eating Purple Coloured Fruits & Vegetables

The health benefits of purple coloured foods are keeping your heart healthy, killing cancer cells, fighting against ulcers, preventing urinary tract infections, etc.

www.boldsky.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Our indigo tomato has twice the antioxidants of blueberries, extends the lifespan of cancer prone mice and has anti-inflammatory properties #BigPurpleTomato .

Learning to Love G.M.O.s (Published 2021)

Overblown fears have turned the public against genetically modified food. But the potential benefits have never been greater.

www.nytimes.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

The #BigPurpleTomato is coming to grocery aisles. Will the US bite?

A GMO Purple Tomato Is Coming to Stores. Will the US Bite?

Most genetically engineered foods were developed to aid farmers. This one will try to sway over health-conscious produce shoppers.

www.wired.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

sorry Jenny, but there is no scientific basis in fact for the comment you have made here. By all means choose to avoid NPS's purple tomatoes that were improved using the GM method, but please don't spread untrue rumours about the method.

Jenny Ure

@JennyUre

3 years

Sadly the process of genetically engineering plants creates misfolded proteins that trigger an immune response in many pple

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Eating diet that is rich in flavonoids—natural compounds found in fruits and vegetables such as berries, apples, tomatoes and peppers can be a great asset in preventing weight gain. 📷 David Malan/Getty images

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Have questions on the #BigPurpleTomato ? Read our FAQs and send additional questions when you sign up on our website:

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Genetically modified purple tomatoes will soon be available in shops in the US. The tomatoes have purple outer skin and purple inner flesh as well, reports Margaret Wanjiru @thestarkenya

Genetically modified purple tomatoes to be sold in US shops

They contain around 10 times more antioxidant pigments.

www.the-star.co.ke

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Thanks to @ScienceAlly , @modestannedi and the engaged, curious participants in today's webinar for your thoughtful questions about healthy, purple tomatoes!

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Scientists all over the world are making amazing discoveries to improve human life. So is the case of #BigPurpleTomato , where Prof. Cathie Martin @JohnInnesCentre had the goal of creating new sources of healthy #antioxidants for peoples diets. Read more:

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@BigPurpleTomato

7 months

Thank you for your purchase. You will definitely love them #PurpleTomatoes

James Schnable

@szintri

7 months

I don't even like tomatoes and I'm still so excited to try growing these.

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

The approval of the #BigPurpleTomato and response by #USDA -APHIS is based on - familiarity with tomato varieties, -knowledge of the traits that alter fruit color and nutritional quality, - understanding of the modifications 💜🍅

USDA has reviewed new purple tomato variety

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has reviewed a new tomato from Norfolk Plant Sciences. The tomato was modified to alter its…

www.hortidaily.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Our hope is that the #BigPurpleTomato will resonate more with consumers- using GMOs for its health benefits, instead of simply increasing crop yields for farmers. More:

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Why increase anthocyanins in #BigPurpleTomato , you may ask? Many independent studies show that antioxidants and anthocyanins can reduce incidence of cancer, improve cardiovascular function and improve health and well-being.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Did you know? The Norfolk Plant Sciences (NPS) has developed genetically modified purple-fleshed tomatoes, to contain the high levels of anti-oxidants and anthocyanins normally found in other fruits?

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

3 benefits of the #BigPurpleTomato include: 1. More nutrition through the antioxidant properties from anthocyanin. 2. Enhanced shelf life. 3. More colorful options for our fruits and vegetables.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Click to read the story of the two passionate scientists that developed the #BigPurpleTomato . Their aim was to find ways of developing plants with increased levels of health-giving compounds such as antioxidants.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Anthocyanins are present in almost all higher plants. In tomato, they are only present in the leaves, but not in fruits. The #BigPurpleTomato was developed to contain similar level of anthocyanin to that obtained in most purple coloured fruits.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

There is increasing evidence to show that beneficial phytonutrients in plants work much better when consumed within the foods where they occur naturally. Read more about our work on purple tomatoes and health.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

We are excited about the nutritional potentials of our #BigPurpleTomato .

Norwich Research Park

@NorwichResearch

3 years

Professor Cathie Martin, a group leader @JohnInnesCentre , features in a new article in the @nytimes magazine about the many potential benefits of genetically modified crops. #geneediting #cropscience #nutrition #foodsecurity

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Potential health benefits aside, the purple tomatoes’ longer shelf life alone could make them worthwhile, as it could help reduce food waste — but first, the FDA needs to decide in the fruits’ favor.

Purple tomatoes could soon hit store shelves

The tomatoes are genetically modified to have purple-colored antioxidants from blueberries.

www.freethink.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

We LOVE this video explainer by @danielas_bot on the #BigPurpleTomatoes ! Will you eat this purple tomato when they become available at the grocery store? Retweet for Yes Like for No

GMO Tomatoes Could Be Returning After 25 Years. Will People Eat Them?

British scientists have developed a genetically modified purple tomato that is packed with antioxidants, and it could be approved for sale in the U.S. this year. But will consumers bite, or will GMO...

www.wsj.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Because tomato is one of the most consumed vegetables all over the world, anthocyanin-enriched tomatoes can provide our diet with the beneficial amount of antioxidants that preventive medicine recommends, writes Sara Colanero. #BigPurpleTomato

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

We believe in the power of science to improve humanity. We also support the rigorous, data-driven process to determine the safety of new technologies, including the #BigPurpleTomato . Sign up to learn more about all our products:

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Anthocyanins from Purple Tomatoes as Novel Antioxidants to Promote Human Health via @MDPIOpenAccess

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@BigPurpleTomato

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This 2013 report shows that enriching tomatoes with anthocyanin, can significantly extend its shelf life.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Using genetic engineering techniques we can develop #healthier foods, rapidly. Read Prof. Cathie Martin's work on developing the #BigPurpleTomato : #Nutrition #tomatoes #anthocyanin

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

In the past, GM and conventional breeding methods have been used to increase anthocyanin levels in tomato. However the levels of anthocyanins present are significantly lower than in our #BigPurpleTomato Read more:

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Still on the trending @nytimes article and quoting the co-CEO @agbiome , @erward “People think, Well, if you’ve got this really strict regulatory system on GMOs, then it must be really dangerous. So it becomes self-reinforcing”. GMOs are safe.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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John Innes Centre

@JohnInnesCentre

3 years

AWARD - Professor Cathie Martin has been awarded the prestigious @RankPrize for Nutrition for her globally significant research in making fruit and vegetables more nutritious

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Some people ask: If you want anthocyanin in your diet, why not just eat blueberries instead of purple tomatoes? To answer this, it's obvious that Americans prefer to eat more tomatoes than blueberries for the following reasons. 🧵 1/5

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@BigPurpleTomato

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@MBRoberts4004 @jonathandgjones @JohnInnesCentre @JenniferMKahn The purple tomatoes contain higher level of anthocyanins and are not in the market yet. We are working with US regulatory agencies proactively to ensure all necessary approvals are recieved prior to delivering products. Please sign up for updates.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

this is beyond stupid. BJ still doesn't get it- he thinks he's having an animal welfare argument with Carrie but in fact he's talking about pig farmers livelihoods, spending money feeding pigs and then not earning anything back when they are culled

Times Radio

@TimesRadio

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"You're not backing down on offending every pig farmer in the country then?" Tom Newton Dunn puts Boris Johnson on the spot over his row with pig farmers at #cpc21 . @tnewtondunn | @BorisJohnson

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Are you anticipating the release of the #BigPurpleTomato seeds and looking forward to planting them in your #garden ? Well, we are too😁 😁 . Head to our website and sign up on to receive updates on #regulatory progress and seed release.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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The higher level of anthocyanins also doubles the shelf life of the purple tomatoes. That means the tomatoes should be more environmentally friendly than comparable varieties. Read more:

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Cool report of a new type of #bioengineered #purpletomato containing Beet pigments:

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@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Sign up for updates on the #BigPurpleTomato

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The purple the better. Eating anthocyanin rich plants have stronger health benefits than any other compounds, says Dr Barnard Kiremire of the Faculty of Science, Makerere University.

Eat fruits, vegetables with colour variety

THE natural plant have stronger health benefits than any other compounds,â€ says Dr Barnard Kiremire of the Faculty of Science, Makerere university.

www.newvision.co.ug

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Prof Cathie Martin and her team @JohnInnesCentre has been researching on purple tomato since 2008 as part of a long-term project to improve human health and diets. The tomato is expected to be commercialized soon.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

wasn't it Marie Antoinette who said "let them eat blueberries"?

caninecleric

@moodindi

3 years

So if this laboriously genetically engineered tomato contains twice the antioxidants of blueberries, we can just eat some more blueberries, or have some delicious blackberries with our blueberries, to get the same effect. And without any of the risk involved in eating a novel GMO

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The difference between the #antioxidant capacity of #BigPurpleTomato compared to that of the red #tomato is clear. #nutrition #anthocyanin

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Behold the purple tomato, a new designer super fruit - Fast Company

Blueberries and blackberries are loaded with antioxidants; by tweaking three genes, tomatoes can have the same benefit.

www.fastcompany.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

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When scientists work with genetic engineering to make the common food more nutritions, it results to products like the #BigPurpleTomato

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@BigPurpleTomato

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The purple tomato was created to bring a “nutritionally enhanced tomato” to the public.

US regulators give GM purple tomato approval after 14 years

09 Sep 2022 --- A British spin-off science company has been given the green light from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for its GM purple tomato after a long-running varietal...

www.foodingredientsfirst.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Most fruits and veggies are good for your health. But veggies with extra levels of anthocyanins are best for your health.

Products with Powerful Antioxidants | Norfolk Healthy Produce

Norfolk Healthy Produce offers seeds and fresh tomatoes. www.norfolkhealthyproduce.com

www.norfolkhealthyproduce.com

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Do anthocyanins in purple tomatoes reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease? According to this animal feeding study, consumption of the GM #BigPurpleTomato significantly reduced atherosclerosis in mice 🐁

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

As consumers with diverse preferences, we have access to healthy antioxidants and anthocyanins from a diverse array of foods, including the #BigPurpleTomatoes . Learn more: 👉

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@BigPurpleTomato

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There are already tomato varieties with purple skins, but the genetically modified purple tomatoes have purple flesh as well. They contain around 10 times more anthocyanins, which are antioxidant pigments. Read more:

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@BigPurpleTomato

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These 10 foods, including the #BigPurpleTomato have been improved using GM technology . Not only does it give us a chance to feed our growing population, but it also offers new ways to face a changing climate.

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@BigPurpleTomato

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This is an interesting take on why trying out new and exotic fruit is fun, be it natural or genetically modified.

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“It is the complex profile and synergizing interactions between these different disease-fighting species of anthocyanins that give blueberries their powerful punch.”

Ask Well: Red Cabbage vs. Blueberries? (Published 2017)

Red cabbage is not as high as blueberries in the antioxidants that give these foods a blue or purple color, but it contains other healthful nutrients.

www.nytimes.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Great news! GM crops with improved nutrients for the win💜

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@AgBioWorld

3 years

"The approval for commercial propagation of Golden Rice in the Philippines is a major milestone in our fight against vitamin A deficiency not just in the Philippines, but in Bangladesh as well.”

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Purple tomatoes on pizza would be awesome!😍 💜 🍅 Retweet if you agree. Like if you don't agree. #BigPurpleTomato More info:

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@BigPurpleTomato

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The #BigPurpleTomato would taste as good as the original background it was bred into. Anthocyanins doesn't have any distinct flavor, and the purple colour doesn't affect the taste of the tomatoes.

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

We are pleased to announce our brand new website on the #BigPurpleTomato . Check out our story:

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@BigPurpleTomato

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@ScienceLance @maddiehalla @USDA This is what it looks like at different stages of ripening 😊

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Studies have shown that increased consumption of tomato-based products (especially cooked tomato products) and other lycopene-containing foods may reduce the occurrence of prostate cancer. 📷 @HSPHnutrition

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

In this interview, Dr. Cathie Martin describes her work on developing healthier fruits and vegetables using GM technology. #BigPurpleTomato Happy reading!

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@BigPurpleTomato

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Our director @NPumplin sharing a bowl of @ConsciousFoodUS and talking @BigPurpleTomato 🍅💜

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@Sarah_Evanega

2 years

Three ⁦ @BTIscience ⁩ alumni enjoying plant science innovation in a bowl of #crispr salad today. With ⁦ @BigPurpleTomato ⁩ & ⁦ @ConsciousFoodUS ⁩ ⁦⁦

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

What do we know about purple? Purple both calms and stimulates our bodies, putting us in the right place for introspection and focused insight. #BigPurpleTomato 📷 Sensational colours

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

In addition to their excellent antioxidant properties, anthocyanins have been found to double the shelf life of the #BigPurpleTomato . Read more:

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Did you know? The #BigPurpleTomato was produced by the ectopic expression of two selected transcription factors from the ornamental flower snapdragon. Read more:

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

What comes to your mind when you see the colour purple? It is often associated with royalty, luxury, power, ambition, wealth, extravagance, creativity, wisdom, pride, mystery, independence, and magic. #BigPurpleTomato 💜🍅

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

As a plant secondary metabolite, anthocyanins belong to the class of polyphenols, and play beneficial role in preventing and treating important human diseases. #BigPurpleTomato

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Many independent studies show that antioxidants and anthocyanins can reduce incidence of cancer, improve cardiovascular function and improve health and well-being. #BigPurpleTomato .

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

Looking forward to this fact-filled discussion on #GMOs . We're grateful to @CASTagScience for their diligent research.

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@CASTagScience

3 years

The #CASTCommentary , "Gains Foregone by Going GMO Free: Potential Impacts on Consumers, the Environment, and Agricultural Producers," will be available November 15. The free webinar and Q&A panel will be on November 16. Details here:

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

“We are now one step closer to my dream of sharing healthy purple tomatoes with the many people excited to eat them,” ~Cathie Martin, the developer of the #BigPurpleTomato

USDA greenlights Norfolk Plant Sciences' Purple Tomato

www.thepacker.com

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

There are many advantages of adding colorful fruits and vegetables to your meal. Paint your plate with the beautiful colours of the rainbow.

Phytonutrients: Paint your plate with the colors of the rainbow - Harvard Health

Phytonutrients in fruits and vegetables can protect us from chronic diseases if we eat enough of them. Because different produce contains different phytonutrients, consuming as much of a var...

www.health.harvard.edu

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

2 years

Today's a good day to throwback this amazing @nytimes coverage of the #BigPurpleTomatoes

Learning to Love G.M.O.s (Published 2021)

Overblown fears have turned the public against genetically modified food. But the potential benefits have never been greater.

www.nytimes.com

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NorfolkPlantSciences

@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

"The antioxidant capacity in tomato purple fruits is higher than in non-anthocyanin tomatoes and their healthy role has already been demonstrated in both in vitro and in vivo studies."

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@BigPurpleTomato

3 years

From @WebMD archives: Purple Tomatoes May Help Prevent Cancer.

How to Eat Healthy for Weight Loss

WebMD explains what a healthy diet is and how it can help you lose weight.

www.webmd.com

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