Japan’s GM dilemma
The Japanese government faces a stiff challenge in attempting to persuade a highly GM-averse population to embrace genetically modified food.…
The GM debate
The Japanese government faces a stiff challenge in attempting to persuade a highly GM-averse population to embrace genetically modified food. But, writes Michael Fitzpatrick, it is a challenge that has to be addressed if Japan is to meet its GM commitments to the WTO, and cope with a trade imbalance that requires the country to import 40% of the food it consumes.
RUSSIA: US rice imports suspended over GMOs
The Rosselkhoznadzor, the Russian agricultural inspection agency, announced on Friday (29 September) that it has stopped issuing quarantine permits for…
UK: Friends of the Earth to take legal action over GM rice
Environmental pressure group Friends of the Earth has taken the first step in mounting a legal challenge to the UK…
EU: EFSA finds GM rice not threat to health
Illegal biotech rice imported from the US and China is unlikely to pose a significant threat to public health, the…
UK: Unilever GM ice cream questioned by ISP
Unilever has met some obstacles from anti-GM groups in seeking FSA approval for the genetically modified (GM) ice-structuring protein derived…
EU: EFSA committed to cooperation in GMO risk assessment
Responding to pressure for a tougher stance and increased transparency on the licensing of genetically modified organisms, the European Food…
JAPAN: Survey finds strong consumer opposition to GMOs
A panel entrusted by the Japanese Government to promote acceptance of GM products has released details of a poll that…
THAILAND: More complete GMO labelling demanded by consumer groups
The Thai Government’s Public Health Ministry is being called upon to amend labelling laws so they cover the full range…