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Opposition to GM Carnation Market Placement

Summary

The European Parliament opposes the market placement of genetically modified carnations, citing unassessed risks to human health and the environment.
10 08.06.2016
Other
health
environment
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • The resolution opposes the introduction of genetically modified carnations into the market for ornamental purposes.
  • The decision is argued to fail the health and environmental protection objectives required by existing EU directives.
  • There are significant concerns regarding the lack of scientific assessment for human consumption of petals or animal intake.
  • The plant poses a risk of spreading in the wild through insect pollination or by rooting in private gardens.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission implementing decision of XXXX as regards the placing on the market of a genetically modified carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus L., line SHD-27531-4) Genetically modified carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus L., line SHD-27531-4)
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