As this opinion article correctly explains, new-generation genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) are intentionally labeled with vague buzzwords so as to avoid public resistance and informed debate. This obscures their true identity, thus making it easier for proponents to push for deregulation. The 2023 proposal by the European Commission – the European Union’s unelected and unaccountable executive body – to exempt new GMOs from existing GMO laws has sparked particular controversy, as it would eliminate mandatory safety checks, appropriate labeling, and liability. These deregulation efforts are based on the unfounded claim that new GMOs are supposedly indistinguishable from conventional crops.
Deregulation would also deepen the monopolies of major agribusiness corporations, which already control a significant share of the global seed and agrochemical market. The patenting of genetic resources, even conventionally bred varieties, disproportionately benefits multinational corporations, limiting access for smaller breeders and farmers. Without addressing the monopolistic control of agribusiness giants and ensuring robust oversight of new GMOs, the European Union ultimately risks severely harming farmers, biodiversity, and public trust in the food system.
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New genomic techniques, new breeding techniques, gene editing, precision breeding – these buzzwords may sound like winning moves in Scrabble, but they are mainly confusing for many of us. And make no mistake, they were designed for that very purpose.
[Source: euobserver.com]
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As this opinion article correctly explains, new-generation genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) are intentionally labeled with vague buzzwords so as to avoid public resistance and informed debate. This obscures their true identity, thus making it easier for proponents to push for deregulation. The 2023 proposal by the European Commission – the European Union’s unelected and unaccountable executive body – to exempt new GMOs from existing GMO laws has sparked particular controversy, as it would eliminate mandatory safety checks, appropriate labeling, and liability. These deregulation efforts are based on the unfounded claim that new GMOs are supposedly indistinguishable from conventional crops.
Deregulation would also deepen the monopolies of major agribusiness corporations, which already control a significant share of the global seed and agrochemical market. The patenting of genetic resources, even conventionally bred varieties, disproportionately benefits multinational corporations, limiting access for smaller breeders and farmers. Without addressing the monopolistic control of agribusiness giants and ensuring robust oversight of new GMOs, the European Union ultimately risks severely harming farmers, biodiversity, and public trust in the food system.
To learn about the hidden history of the European Union, read our explosive book, The Nazi Roots of the ‘Brussels EU’.
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