African Civil Society Calls on the African Union to Ban Genetically Modified Crops

African civil society is calling on the African Union to ban GM crops because of the dire lack of independent, long term safety data. […]

Border Issues with GM Mosquito Releases

This paper highlights the significant cross-border issues that arise with any environmental releases of GM mosquitoes. […]

Border Issues with GM Mosquito Releases

November 27th, 2012 | Category: Agriculture / Organisms

The Importance of Smallholders and Family Farmers

A factsheet produced by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlights the importance of smallholders and family farmers for agriculture. […]

Debate on Safety of Monsanto’s GM Maize Continues

Intense debate on the safety or otherwise of Monsanto’s GM maize NK603 continues. […]

Questionable Biosafety of GMOs

This statement from the European Network of Scientists for Social and Environmental Responsibility (ENSSER) addresses the issues raised by the publication on the long-term toxicity of a Roundup herbicide and a Roundup-tolerant GM maize. […]

Serious Concerns Over Possible Approval of Large-Scale Planting of GM Maize in Mexico

The possible imminent approval by the Mexican government of the large-scale, commercial planting of GM maize in Mexico is raising serious concerns. […]

Serious Concerns Over Possible Approval of Large-Scale Planting of GM Maize in Mexico

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Statement: call to action vs the planting of GMO corn in open field situations in Mexico.
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Genetically-Modified Insects: Under Whose Control?

Genetically-Modified Insects: Under Whose Control?

This paper examines the plans to commercialize GM insects, including agricultural pests. It raises concerns that the regulatory process on GM insects are being unduly influenced by companies seeking to commercialize GM insects. […]