ARITRA BHATTACHARYA | Mumbai, A report prepared by the technical subcommitee of the country's top biotechnology regular - Genetic Engineering Appraisal Commitee (GEAC) - Says genetically modified mustard is "safe for human and animal health" and does not threaten biodiversity.
The 133-page report titled "Assessment of Food and Environmental Safety (AFES)" made public on 5 September has triggered trenchant criticism by several activists, farm organisations, academics and civil society bodies experts.