Objection to the authorization of genetically modified maize

by name voted on 14.12.2023

Summary

The European Parliament opposes a Commission decision to allow certain genetically modified maize products, citing environmental and health risks.

9 14.12.2023

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science

environment

public safety

public sector

social policy

european union

administrative law

public administration

public finance and budget policy

agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

The motion objects to the authorization of specific genetically modified maize varieties and their various sub-combinations.
There are significant concerns that herbicide-tolerant crops create a dependency on chemicals, known as the 'herbicide treadmill'.
Excessive herbicide use is expected to worsen impacts on soil health, water quality, and biodiversity.
Scientific questions remain regarding the safety of Bt toxins and how they might interact with herbicide residues.

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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 Bt11 × MIR162 × MIR604 × MON 89034 × 5307 × GA21 and thirty sub-combinations, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council Genetically modified maize Bt11 × MIR162 × MIR604 × MON 89034 × 5307 × GA21 and thirty sub-combinations

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