Brussels, 09/08/2001 (Agence Europe) - The Commission's new proposals relating to the labelling and traceability of food products containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or GMO derivatives have led to very contrasted reactions: mitigate for the defenders of the environment (see Greenpeace's praises and reservations in EUROPE of 27 July, p.6) and consumer representatives, but very critical on the part of industrialists.
Speaking on behalf of the European Consumers' Organisation...