19/June/20

 

A German Green faction have published a paper in support of de-regulating gene editing. In GMWatch's view, this shows that they have no idea of the scientific problems that are constantly unfolding with gene-editing technologies, in the form of unintended on-target and off-target effects. In the case of gene-edited foods and crops, these genetic errors could lead to unexpected toxicity or allergenicity. In response to the paper, Martin Häusling, agriculture spokesman for the Greens/EFA in the European Parliament, and Harald Ebner, their spokesman for genetic engineering and bioeconomy policy, published a separate statement to reinforce the Greens’ original position of demanding strict regulation and labelling of new genetic engineering and the protection of freedom of choice for consumers and farmers. GMWatch comment on article in EURACTIV.com

 

 

Eight in ten Brits think it’s unacceptable for the UK to allow the import of chlorinated chicken from the US, according to a new poll. YouGov polled people about potential changes that could come with a new trade deal with US, finding that the majority of people thought it would be unacceptable for the UK to accept lower quality food imports in return for a deal. A total of 75% disagreed with dairy products from animals treated with antibiotics being supplied to the UK and 79% said vegetables grown with pesticides banned in the EU would be unacceptable. Yahoo! Sports