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2009-09-25 | permalink
UK to explore consumer views on GM food
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has announced the formation of an independent steering group to engage with consumers over genetic modification. The agency said that it is forming the group in response a government request that it lead a dialogue project to explore the subject of genetic modification (GM) with consumers. ”This project will provide an opportunity to discuss with consumers their understanding of GM and what they think it might bring in terms of risks and benefits,” said an FSA spokesperson.
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2009-09-25 | permalink
UK to explore consumer views on GM food
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has announced the formation of an independent steering group to engage with consumers over genetic modification. The agency said that it is forming the group in response a government request that it lead a dialogue project to explore the subject of genetic modification (GM) with consumers. ”This project will provide an opportunity to discuss with consumers their understanding of GM and what they think it might bring in terms of risks and benefits,” said an FSA spokesperson.
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