the US government will be legislating more stringent laws for genetically modified (gm) and biotech foods. gm food makers will be required to submit information about their products to the Food and Drug Administration ( fda ), the us food regulation agency, before marketing them. fda is planning to develop guidelines for voluntary labelling of biotech foods.
Under the new laws, fda would review new gm food products. After inspecting them it would write a letter to the manufacturers describing its conclusion about the safety and regulatory status of the products. These steps have been taken in an attempt to build consumer confidence. According to two consumer group leaders, fda 's approach is inadequate to assure consumers that gm foods are safe.
We are a voice to you; you have been a support to us. Together we build journalism that is independent, credible and fearless. You can further help us by making a donation. This will mean a lot for our ability to bring you news, perspectives and analysis from the ground so that we can make change together.
.png)
Comments are moderated and will be published only after the site moderator’s approval. Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name. Selected comments may also be used in the ‘Letters’ section of the Down To Earth print edition.