Objection to Genetically Modified Soybean MON 87705 Renewal

by name voted on 08.07.2026

Summary

The European Parliament opposes the renewal of authorization for genetically modified soybean MON 87705, citing environmental risks and scientific uncertainties.

10 08.07.2026

Resolution

environment

agri-foodstuffs

agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

The Commission has moved to renew the market authorization for genetically modified soybean MON 87705.
The authorization process is governed by specific EU regulations regarding genetically modified food and feed.
There are significant concerns that herbicide-tolerant crops lead to increased pesticide use and the emergence of resistant weeds.
The precautionary principle should be applied to address scientific uncertainties regarding environmental and health risks.

Vote

PPE

S&D

PfE

ECR

Renew

Verts/ALE

The Left

ESN

NI

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 soybean MON 87705 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council Genetically modified soybean MON 87705

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