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Web of life (about the Coordinated Framework)

Author
Gruber T.
Journal/Series
The Environmental Forum | Vol. 19(3); 23 - 31; 9 p.
Date
2002
Source
IUCN (ID: ANA-068520)
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 Institution
Abstract

Regulation of agricultural biotechnology in the United States involves a tight, overlapping network of laws enforced by agencies with broad mandates and effective authorities to protect public health and the environment - the Coordinated Framework. Contrary to the claim of critics, the system does a good job of weighing risks and benefits to ensure food safety and ecological safety