Resolution against GM Cotton Authorization Renewal

by name voted on 25.11.2025

Summary

The European Parliament opposes the renewal of authorization for genetically modified cotton MON 88913 due to environmental and health concerns. The motion calls for stricter safety assessments and democratic reforms in GMO decision-making.

10 25.11.2025

Resolution

health

environment

agri-foodstuffs

agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

The European Parliament opposes the renewal of market authorization for genetically modified cotton MON 88913.
The motion highlights concerns regarding the environmental and health impacts of herbicide-tolerant crops.
There is a significant criticism regarding the lack of long-term scientific data on pollinators, soil organisms, and human health.
The Parliament calls for a reform of the decision-making procedure to address democratic deficits in GMO authorizations.

Vote

PPE

S&D

PfE

ECR

Renew

Verts/ALE

The Left

NI

ESN

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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 cotton MON 88913 (MON-88913-8), pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council Genetically modified cotton MON 88913 Follow up to T10-0289/2025

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