Objection to Authorization of Stacked Genetically Modified Maize

by name voted on 11.11.2020

Summary

The European Parliament objects to the authorization of specific stacked genetically modified maize products due to concerns over health, environment, and democratic processes.

9 11.11.2020

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environment

agri-foodstuffs

public administration

Key points

The European Parliament objects to the authorization of stacked genetically modified maize products for food and feed use.
There are significant concerns regarding the lack of comprehensive analysis on glyphosate residues and their metabolites in these crops.
The motion highlights potential health risks, including possible unintended effects on the human immune system caused by certain proteins.
The Parliament criticizes the decision-making process, noting that authorizations are being made despite a lack of support from a qualified majority of Member States.

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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 MON 87427 × MON 89034 × MIR162 × NK603 and genetically modified maize combining two or three of the single events MON 87427, MON 89034, MIR162 and NK603, and repealing Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2018/1111 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council Genetically modified maize MON 87427 × MON 89034 × MIR162 × NK603 and genetically modified maize combining two or three of the single events MON 87427, MON 89034, MIR162 and NK603

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