Thursday, February 23, 2006
US wins one in the world court
It seems the US has scored one on its European competitors.
In a suit against European Union countries brought by the United States, Canada and Argentina, the World Trade Organization has ruled that they must allow genetically modified (GM) crops and foods. Details of the ruling are secret, but it is generally viewed as a big boost for US exports and the biotech industry, led by Monsanto.
Europeans are not so sure about the decision. One poll suggests that 54% of European consumers think GM foods are dangerous. Another poll puts the number at 62%.
Europeans need to be concerned. No comprehensive, independent studies have been done on the safety of GM foods. Industry studies say it is safe. No surprise! The few independent studies suggest we need to be worried.
See Kerry Capell. (2006, February 9) Now, will Europe swallow Frankenfoods? Business Week Online.
In a suit against European Union countries brought by the United States, Canada and Argentina, the World Trade Organization has ruled that they must allow genetically modified (GM) crops and foods. Details of the ruling are secret, but it is generally viewed as a big boost for US exports and the biotech industry, led by Monsanto.
Europeans are not so sure about the decision. One poll suggests that 54% of European consumers think GM foods are dangerous. Another poll puts the number at 62%.
Europeans need to be concerned. No comprehensive, independent studies have been done on the safety of GM foods. Industry studies say it is safe. No surprise! The few independent studies suggest we need to be worried.
See Kerry Capell. (2006, February 9) Now, will Europe swallow Frankenfoods? Business Week Online.
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