EU Commission proposes new GM maize varieties for cultivation.
For the first time since 1998 the European Commission proposes to approve new maize varieties (Bt11 from Syngenta, 1507 from Pioneer) for cultivation in Europe. Only one year ago Environment Commissioner Stavros Dimas had proposed to ban the cultivation of these GM crops. Will the 27 member states stop these crops? ...more

European Commission proposes to force the cultivation of Monsanto's Mon810 GM maize in France and Greece. The countries banned the crop years ago. The proposed decisions can only be overruled by the Council, if a qualified majority (255 out of 345 ) votes against them....more

A new genetically modified rice variety is on its way to enter the European Union. The rice made by Bayer called LL62 has been genetically engineered to withstand high doses of glufosinate. In a few month, the European Union will decide whether or not this GM rice can enter  the EU, appear on supermarkets and at least end up on our dinning plates...read more