Clearing up Confusion...or Creating More

I recently read an article about Bill Gates and GMOs and how he allocates his money and whether or not money invested into GMO projects in Africa would ultimately help or hinder.   It was an interesting article that showed both sides of the story.  I personally don't feel that I have done enough research to confidently stand on either side of the fence (I don't think that they are scary or dangerous to eat).  What I can say (in my opinion) is that A: there is no way to stop science, B:growing up in agriculture I have seen first hand the benefits of growing GMOs, (I'm married to a farmer) C:it is strange and scary to think that companies can own genes.  Check out the link to the article.  And stay tuned as we attempt to clear up other confusing issues (Heirloom vs Hybrid),

http://www.theverge.com/2015/2/18/8056163/bill-gates-gmo-farming-world-hunger-africa-poverty