Genetic Chile

This documentary looks at the controversial world of genetically modified foods by examining New Mexico’s famed chile pepper. The filmmakers interview a genetic researcher who discusses the benefits and risks of altering the crop., This documentary takes a probing look at the controversial world of genetically modified foods by following the story of New Mexico’s famed chile pepper. After the state’s government helped fund a push toward genetic modification for the famed local crop, filmmakers were able to insist upon a rare interview with a genetic researcher on the project from NMSU, who discusses benefits and risks of altering the crop.