Genetically modified foods (or GM foods) are foods produced from organisms that have had specific changes introduced into their DNA using the methods of genetic engineering. Currently, the EU has one of the stringent regulations of GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) foods in the the world. All GMOs, along with irradiated food, are considered "new food" and are subject to extensive, case-by-case, science-based food evaluation by the European Food Safety Authority. There are currently no GM crops being grown commercially in the UK although scientists are carrying out controlled trials. In the UK, foods have to be labelled as GM if they contain genetically modified plants or animals. GM foods can only be sold if the Food Standards Agency judges that they do not present a risk to health.
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It depends on the nature of the modification and requires many rules and regulations. But if it is a modification designed to harm wildlife then no
In principle yes, but if profit is main driver being this, it is a huge risk for all sorts of reasons. Again, regulation is needed first.
YES!! But the main applications of this research should be for foreign aid and countries (or areas of the UK in the future) experiencing drought/flooding and other detrimental climate conditions.
Only if an ethical and environmental impact assessment has been made and only with the strict requirement that producers are not able to patent seeds or sue for cross-fertilisation contamination.
@9PSYZGNLiberal Democrat9mos9MO
Long term we will have to consider genetic engineering but food standards must be applied to the highest standards.
Full labelling should be mandatory. Traceability procedures should be robust. Patenting of seeds should be illegal.
@8ZWHLQSPlaid Cymru3yrs3Y
Yes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds, and genetically modified foods should be labelled as such.
As long as the food is edible and safe
Yes but only if they are subject to extensive, case-by-case, science-based food evaluation.
No. All our food production should be changing to regenerative, and permaculture design
Depends what for. In order to use more pesticides, no. To increase yield or nutrition could be advantageous.
Within limits of purpose
@8R56832Plaid Cymru4yrs4Y
Yes, provided that they meet health and safety standards
No, genetically modified crops and food should be banned.
@96R9QC7Liberal Democrat2yrs2Y
The genetically modified food have to be labelled and before selling the food, they should be tested to make sure that they are not harmful to anyone or the environment.
Not for aesthetic purposes, only health
No, if animals won't eat it why would it be good for humans. Clear labelling should be enforced on all GMO products
@8WRYKMJLiberal Democrat3yrs3Y
Organic is not always affordable
For third world countries yes.
Yes, but GM crops should be modified to prevent cross pollination with non-GM species
Yes but no patented seeds and labels
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