The company recently signalled that it will not attempt to expand its GMOs in many European countries, because of public opposition. While acceptance of GMO crops in other regions is higher, Monsanto has found itself battling US farmers. The company recently won another round in its legal battle with organic growers, but faces new lawsuits from farmers regarding GMO wheat. The US Senate recently rejected an amendment that would require mandatory labelling of GMO foods, despite pressure from consumer groups. The Biotechnology Industry Organization, which includes Monsanto, DuPont and other major players, has said that it supports voluntary labelling. TELL ME EXACTLY HOW THE BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY ORGANIZATION SUPPORTS VOLUNTARY LABELING. THAT MAKES NO SENSE AT ALL! - See more at: holmesreport/news-info/13560/Monsanto-Seeks-PR-Counsel-Amid-NGO-Opposition.aspx#sthash.18peD2Qs.dpuf
Posted on: Tue, 25 Jun 2013 18:50:17 +0000
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