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An incomplete picture (about biotech crops and foods)

Author
Taylor M., Tick J.
Journal/Series
The Environmental Forum | Vol. 20(3); 19 - 27; 9 p.
Date
2003
Source
IUCN (ID: ANA-069932)
Publisher | Place of publication
Environmental Law Institute | Washington, DC, USA
Document type
Article in periodical
Language
English
Country/Territory
United States of America
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Biotechnology
Abstract

Is the federal oversight system prepared for the human health, environmental, and regulatory compliance problems that can arise after genetically modified products are introduced into th environment or food supply? Although there have been no known cases of damage yet, it's time to consider changes to the regulatory system to strengthen post-market oversight of biotech crops and foods and to rethink a 17-year-old decision to rely solely on existing laws for their regulation