Stop GM foods

THE CONTROVERSY over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) was re-ignited recently in Ireland.

Stop GM foods
Sat, 11 Mar, 2006 - 00:00
Darina Allen

BASF, the world’s largest chemical and biotechnology company, have submitted an application to the EPA for permission to conduct open-air experimental field trials of genetically modified potatoes in Co Meath.

BASF says the potatoes may provide greater resistance to late potato blight.

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