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Bt eggplants in the Philippines
Since 1999 GENET collects and distributes information on various topics in the field of genetic engineering in agriculture, food production and health. With this "Special Topic: Bt eggplants in the Philippines" GENET aims at providing an overview about the debate on development and approval of Bt eggplants in this country, based on our archives.
2011-03-17 | permalink
Philippine Agriculture Secretary say no to Bt eggplants
Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala expressed objections to the commercial production of genetically modified eggplants that were being tested in various sites in the country. Alcala said production of Bt eggplants should be suspended until studies have proven that the genetically modified crop is safe for human consumption. ”Perhaps after the field tests were done, hold the production for a while. We should ensure that they are safe for human consumption,” he said.
2011-03-17 | permalink
Philippine Agriculture Secretary say no to Bt eggplants
Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala expressed objections to the commercial production of genetically modified eggplants that were being tested in various sites in the country. Alcala said production of Bt eggplants should be suspended until studies have proven that the genetically modified crop is safe for human consumption. ”Perhaps after the field tests were done, hold the production for a while. We should ensure that they are safe for human consumption,” he said.
