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PRICE (PRactical Implementation of Coexistence in Europe) finds coexistence of GM and non-GM products is possible


Europe
March 18, 2015

Freedom of choice between genetically modified (GM) and non-GM products is a central goal of the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy. It is essentially based on the principle of coexistence. EU Member States apply coexistence measures such as minimum distances between fields with, and without, GM that allow the growing of GM and non-GM crops in the same area, transport and market them side by side, preserving their identity in accordance with the relevant labelling rules and purity standards. PRICE  researchers have studied how implementable and costly these strategies are for farmers, agri-food supply chain operators and consumers. They found that the current measures implemented to ensure coexistence of GM and non-GM crops in the EU are practically feasible, both at farm level and along the supply chain. However, these measures come with additional costs, which are partly paid by consumers and other supply chain stakeholders.

The major findings of PRICE reserach is summarized in a press statement, which can be downloaded in different languages below. More extensive information is presented in the latest edition of the PRICE Newsletter, which is available here.

 



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Published: April 1, 2015

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