Summary
The European Parliament opposes the authorization of genetically modified maize DAS-40278-9 due to health, environmental, and procedural concerns. 10 17.05.2017
Other
health
environment
public administration
agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Key points
- The European Parliament opposes the authorization of genetically modified maize DAS-40278-9 for food and feed use.
- There are serious health concerns regarding the herbicide 2,4-D, specifically its potential to cause birth defects and endocrine disruption.
- The scientific risk assessment is considered flawed due to missing long-term toxicity data and insufficient testing on the whole plant.
- Authorizing this maize could lead to an increase in herbicide use in major agricultural regions like the US, Brazil, and Argentina.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission implementing decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of, or produced from genetically modified maize DAS-40278-9, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council on genetically modified food and feed
Genetically modified maize DAS-40278-9
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