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What is GMO? 6 Most Common Genetically Modified Foods
Some of these foods sold at supermarkets also carry labels clearly indicating that they have been genetically modified. Here are six most common genetically modified foods that you may find at superstores.
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Environment Committee Approves GM Mustard. Anti-GM Activists, Farmers Remain Opposed
The country's first genetically modified food crop, GM Mustard, gets the green light from the Ministry of Environment and Forests' Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC). The committee has given a positive recommendation calling it "safe" and fit for commercial release.
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Government Panel Clears Use Of Genetically Modified Mustard. Final Approval Awaited
A government panel has cleared an application seeking approval for commercial use of indigenously developed genetically modified mustard. The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee of the ministry of Environment recommended the use of what would be India's first GM food crop on Thursday.
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Many GMO Studies have Financial Conflicts of Interest
Financial conflicts of interest were found in 40 percent of published research articles on the genetically modified crops, also known as GMO crops, French researchers said this week.
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Top Court Extends Stay On Commercial Release Of Genetically Modified Mustard
The Supreme Court today extended the stay on the commercial release of Genetically Modified (GM) Mustard crop till further orders as the matter did not reach the board for hearing.
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GM Mustard Would be Disastrous For India's Agricultural Independence
Noted molecular biologist Pushpa M. Bhargava on Saturday said the commercial cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard would be "disastrous" as it would eventually open the doors for multinational corporations to control India's agriculture.
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Environment Ministry: Ensure Biosafety of All Types of Genetically Engineered Organisms
Amid speculation over the fate of genetically modified crops, India's Environment Ministry on Monday said that a regulatory framework supported by several guidlines is there to ensure biosafety of all types of genetically engineered organisms.
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GM Mustard Generates More Yield, Benefits Farmers
An Environment Ministry sub-committee report declared the GM mustard technology safe for consumption and environment.
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GM Mustard Takes A Big Step Forward, But Other Hurdles Remain
The government has found that there is no danger in allowing the commercial cultivation of genetically modified (GM) mustard - what could be India's first transgenic food crop.
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People Want GMO Food Labeled - Which is Pretty Much all They Know About GMOs
After years of fierce debate involving scientists, food manufacturers, farmers and environmental groups, Congress has just passed a bill that would make it mandatory to inform consumers about the GMOs - or genetically modified organisms - in their food.
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What Makes People Queasy About Engineered Foods
Food from genetically modified crops is no more dangerous to eat than food produced by conventional agriculture.
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PM Narendra Modi Asked To Decide Fate Of GM Mustard
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been urged by India's chief scientific advisor to decide the fate of the country's first genetically modified (GM) food crop, mustard, and a recent meeting suggests authorities may support commercialisation.
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Genetically Modified Mustard Cultivation Faces Stiff Protest
Activist forum, GM-Free Bengal, has opposed purported government efforts to approve genetically modified mustard for commercial cultivation.
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March Against Monsanto: Thousands Worldwide March to Protest Against GM Crops
Thousands of people hit the streets in cities across the world to protest against the American biotechnology giant Monsanto and its genetically modified crops and pesticides.
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The Debate on GM Foods: Should India Give in to Anti-Science Dissent Industry?
With the European Union expected to approve import of genetically-modified food products, opponents in India have a weaker case at hand.
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What is GMO? 6 Most Common Genetically Modified Foods
Some of these foods sold at supermarkets also carry labels clearly indicating that they have been genetically modified. Here are six most common genetically modified foods that you may find at superstores.
-
Environment Committee Approves GM Mustard. Anti-GM Activists, Farmers Remain Opposed
The country's first genetically modified food crop, GM Mustard, gets the green light from the Ministry of Environment and Forests' Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC). The committee has given a positive recommendation calling it "safe" and fit for commercial release.
-
Government Panel Clears Use Of Genetically Modified Mustard. Final Approval Awaited
A government panel has cleared an application seeking approval for commercial use of indigenously developed genetically modified mustard. The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee of the ministry of Environment recommended the use of what would be India's first GM food crop on Thursday.
-
Many GMO Studies have Financial Conflicts of Interest
Financial conflicts of interest were found in 40 percent of published research articles on the genetically modified crops, also known as GMO crops, French researchers said this week.
-
Top Court Extends Stay On Commercial Release Of Genetically Modified Mustard
The Supreme Court today extended the stay on the commercial release of Genetically Modified (GM) Mustard crop till further orders as the matter did not reach the board for hearing.
-
GM Mustard Would be Disastrous For India's Agricultural Independence
Noted molecular biologist Pushpa M. Bhargava on Saturday said the commercial cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard would be "disastrous" as it would eventually open the doors for multinational corporations to control India's agriculture.
-
Environment Ministry: Ensure Biosafety of All Types of Genetically Engineered Organisms
Amid speculation over the fate of genetically modified crops, India's Environment Ministry on Monday said that a regulatory framework supported by several guidlines is there to ensure biosafety of all types of genetically engineered organisms.
-
GM Mustard Generates More Yield, Benefits Farmers
An Environment Ministry sub-committee report declared the GM mustard technology safe for consumption and environment.
-
GM Mustard Takes A Big Step Forward, But Other Hurdles Remain
The government has found that there is no danger in allowing the commercial cultivation of genetically modified (GM) mustard - what could be India's first transgenic food crop.
-
People Want GMO Food Labeled - Which is Pretty Much all They Know About GMOs
After years of fierce debate involving scientists, food manufacturers, farmers and environmental groups, Congress has just passed a bill that would make it mandatory to inform consumers about the GMOs - or genetically modified organisms - in their food.
-
What Makes People Queasy About Engineered Foods
Food from genetically modified crops is no more dangerous to eat than food produced by conventional agriculture.
-
PM Narendra Modi Asked To Decide Fate Of GM Mustard
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been urged by India's chief scientific advisor to decide the fate of the country's first genetically modified (GM) food crop, mustard, and a recent meeting suggests authorities may support commercialisation.
-
Genetically Modified Mustard Cultivation Faces Stiff Protest
Activist forum, GM-Free Bengal, has opposed purported government efforts to approve genetically modified mustard for commercial cultivation.
-
March Against Monsanto: Thousands Worldwide March to Protest Against GM Crops
Thousands of people hit the streets in cities across the world to protest against the American biotechnology giant Monsanto and its genetically modified crops and pesticides.
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The Debate on GM Foods: Should India Give in to Anti-Science Dissent Industry?
With the European Union expected to approve import of genetically-modified food products, opponents in India have a weaker case at hand.
