The German chemical firm that received permission to grow genetically modified potatoes in Co Meath is reportedly considering abandoning the trials.

A GERMAN company was yesterday granted permission to plant a field with genetically-modified potatoes in County Meath.

Opponents of GM foods have slammed the Environmental Protection Agency's decision to allow trials of genetically-modified potatoes in Co Meath.

The Environmental Protection Agency has approved controversial plans to grow genetically-modified potatoes in Co Meath.