GM Crops in France and GM Food in Ireland Discussed by AgBioWorld Members
Ireland’s Chief Scientific Adviser Backs GM Foods
Abstract: An Irish Times article on Prof. Patrick Cunningham, Ireland’s chief scientific adviser, and his views about genetically modified foods was distributed by a member. Cunningham points out that GM food are everywhere and it’s nearly impossible to avoid. He also advocates for the safety of GM food and touts the benefits such as cost and improved yield for the farmer.
Source: Irish Times
Farmer in France Sued for Growing GM Maize
Abstract: A member posted an article from Le Monde in France on a group of organizations that are suing a small farmer for illegally growing genetically modified Monsanto MON810 maize, which was banned in February of this year. The group, led by Greenpeace, is traveling around France testing fields for the GM variety. A representative of Confédération Paysanne, one of the groups, stated that their intention was not to go after individual farmers, but rather to show that the moratorium is not being enforced.
Source: Le Monde (In French)
