The secrecy surrounding the decision about GM Mustard is unacceptable on moral and scientific grounds. The GEAC must debate and decide openly.
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Kerala government opposes GM mustard cultivation
The CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala today opposed the cultivation of Genetically Modified mustard in the country and demanded that the Centre withdraw sanction for its cultivation.
GM CROPS LEAD TO INCREASED USE OF HERBICIDES: STUDY
At a time, when the use of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard has triggered a major controversy in the country, an international study says that widespread adoption of genetically modified crops may have reduced the use of insecticides, but increased the use of herbicides as weeds become more resistant.
India’s Agriculture Sector Under Siege By Foreign GMO Industry
Global oilseed, agribusiness and biotech corporations are engaged in a long-term attack on India's local cooking oil producers. In just 20 years, they have reduced India from self-sufficiency in cooking oil to importing half its needs. Now the government's attempts to impose genetically modified (GM) mustard seed threaten to wipe out a crop at the root of Indian food and farming traditions.
37 Million Bees Dead After GMO Seeds Planted Nearby
Over 37 million bees have been found dead in Canada after GMO corn was planted recently in the local area. According to local beekeeper, Dave Schuit, since the GMO corn was planted close to his farm he lost over 37 million bees as a direct result.