Carey Gillam

Carey Gillam is an investigative journalist and author known for her coverage of agriculture, food systems, and environmental issues. She has written extensively about pesticides, genetically modified crops, and corporate agricultural practices. After beginning her career at Kansas newspapers, Gillam spent nearly 17 years as a senior correspondent for Reuters, where she specialized in agricultural reporting and investigative journalism. Her work has appeared in major publications including The Guardian, Time Magazine, and UnDark. Gillam has published two notable books: "Whitewash: The Story of a Weed Killer, Cancer, and the Corruption of Science" (2017) and "The Monsanto Papers: Deadly Secrets, Corporate Corruption, and One Man's Search for Justice" (2021). Both works examine controversies surrounding agricultural chemicals and corporate practices. As of 2022, Gillam serves as managing editor of The New Lede, an environmental news publication. She previously held the position of research director at U.S. Right to Know, where she focused on investigations into food industry practices and policies.

Readers praise Gillam's investigative depth and documentation in exposing agricultural industry practices. Many cite her ability to make complex scientific and regulatory issues accessible. Positive reviews highlight: - Detailed research and extensive source citations - Clear explanations of scientific studies - Personal stories that illustrate broader issues - Balanced presentation of evidence Critical reviews mention: - Too much focus on specific court cases - Dense sections on regulatory processes - Repetitive points in later chapters Ratings across platforms: Whitewash - Goodreads: 4.3/5 (238 ratings) - Amazon: 4.6/5 (156 ratings) The Monsanto Papers - Goodreads: 4.4/5 (163 ratings) - Amazon: 4.7/5 (234 ratings) One reader noted: "Meticulously researched and documented without being dry." Another wrote: "Important topic but gets bogged down in legal details."

Whitewash: The Story of a Weed Killer, Cancer, and the Corruption of Science (2017) Examines the history and science behind glyphosate-based herbicides, documenting their widespread use in agriculture and the debates over their safety.

The Monsanto Papers: Deadly Secrets, Corporate Corruption, and One Man's Search for Justice (2021) Chronicles the legal battle between groundskeeper Dewayne Johnson and Monsanto regarding Roundup exposure, detailing the discovery process and trial proceedings.

Michael Pollan writes investigative books about food systems, agriculture, and their impacts on society and health. His work combines detailed research with firsthand experiences in food production and policy analysis.

Rachel Carson pioneered environmental investigative writing with focus on chemical impacts on ecosystems and human health. Her research methods and approach to exposing corporate influence on science align closely with Gillam's work.

Eric Schlosser investigates food industry practices, corporate influence, and agricultural systems through deep reporting. His work examines the intersection of corporate power, public health, and food production methods.

Mark Schapiro reports on environmental issues, chemical regulations, and corporate practices affecting public health. His investigations focus on regulatory failures and industry influence in agricultural and environmental policy.

Michele Simon writes about food politics, industry influence, and corporate tactics in agriculture and food production. Her work examines how companies shape public policy and scientific research in the food system.