The debate over genetically modified organisms (GMOs) has greatly intensi¬fied in recent months. On one side of the debate is scientific evidence that GMOs are not delivering on their promise, and on the other side is ideological propaganda by the genetically modified seed industry and scientists whose careers are locked into the GMO trajectory.
The Technical Expert Committee (TEC) appointed by the Supreme Court of India and made up of India’s most eminent and independent scientists has strongly recommended a ban on open field trials of genetically engineered crops until a robust, impartial regulatory ...
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