Objection to Renewal of GM Maize Authorization

by name voted on 26.11.2024

Summary

The European Parliament objects to the renewal of authorization for certain GM maize products due to environmental and health concerns.

10 26.11.2024

Resolution

health

environment

human rights

international relations

agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

The European Parliament objects to the renewal of authorization for specific genetically modified maize varieties.
There are significant concerns regarding the 'herbicide treadmill' effect, where GM crops increase dependency on chemical weed control.
Excessive herbicide use poses risks to soil health, water quality, and both above-ground and below-ground biodiversity.
Potential health risks exist due to the interaction between Bt toxins and herbicide residues, which may affect the immune system.

Vote

PPE

S&D

PfE

ECR

Renew

Verts/ALE

The Left

NI

ESN

Total

Documents (PDFs)

MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission implementing decision renewing the authorisation for the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × MON 88017 × 59122 and eight of its sub-combinations pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council Genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × MON 88017 × 59122 and eight of its sub-combinations

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