Memorandum submitted by the Agriculture
Biotechnology Council (abc)
As you may be aware, abc was set up in 2002
to provide a forum for debate and education surrounding GM technology
in the United Kingdom. The members of abc are BASF, Bayer CropScience,
Dow AgroSciences, DuPont, Monsanto and Syungenta.
In relation to the inquiry on Food Information,
on 18 April 2004, the most comprehensive labelling and traceability
system for GM products in the world comes into effect. The EU
Commission, Parliament and Council established these rules after
extensive consultation over a number of years with consumer and
environmental groups, as well as industry. In respect of food
information regarding GM ingredients, we feel that these new regulations
give consumers the most information practically possible about
the origin of their food.
As an industry group, abc believes that real
consumer choice means being free to choose between different foods
and products. This is why we support the labeling regulations
and clear product information to promote informed consumer choice.
19 April 2004
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