Monsanto, often assailed for its impact on the earth and on human health, will shed its moniker after German giant Bayer officially acquires the company on Thursday. While health and agricultural
firm Bayer had been considering axing the Monsanto brand for some time, the decision to abandon the name was made official Monday. Monsanto long has been a lightning rod for what critics
say is its role in environmental degradation.
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