Bill would require labeling of genetically modified seeds

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yeah, it's only seeds, and yeah, it's only NY, but it's a start. of course, the fact that we don't have GMO content labeling on consumer products is just another glaring example of how our government the democrats as well as the repugs, is in the pocket of the corporations. the other amazing thing about this bit of news is that the Farm Bureau is backing it. that's a real shocker. that's like the chamber of commerce backing a truth in advertising law... nosmokes
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Bill would require labeling of genetically modified seeds

By
Associated Press Writer

February 12, 2006, 10:22 AM EST

ALBANY, N.Y. -- Lawmakers in Albany want New Yorkers to know not just what they're eating, but what they're planting as well.
A bill introduced in the Legislature would require the labeling of all seeds that include genetically modified organisms, or GMOs.
Organic farmers fear having their crops tainted from birds, insects or wind that could transmit pollen from GMO crops while many consumers fear there isn't enough information available on the long-range consequences of eating genetically modified foods or on their environmental impacts.
"Organic food is considered healthy because it's natural. The one thing genetically modified food is not is natural," said Sarah Johnston, executive director of the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York, which represents 650 farms. "Farmers are in some cases purchasing genetically modified seeds unbeknownst to them. At the very least, people need to know what they are purchasing."
The measure, one of several bills around the country relating to genetically modified crops, is backed by the New York Farm Bureau and the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York.
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