[eitland]

> It is pretty obvious 1970ties technology was not advanced enough to pull this stunt. But times change.

Take a step back:

We've been collecting useful yeasts for brewing and cheese production for a very long time, reusing those who yielded better results.

Same as with plants and animals.

So while I don't believe it is man made or synthetic or anything it is smart to have multiple lines of defense against conspiracy theories.