GM Crops in Panama

The first production from the 4,500 square meters planted has been shredded and returned to earth following international protocol.

Several organizations opposed to the project are prepared to prevent its implementation in the country, citing lack of legislation.

According to Pedro Acosta, president of the National Union of Consumers and Users of the Republic of Panama (Uncurepa), an organization that opposes the project, "the production of GM crops is 'a threat' to native species and 'will not end hunger' as the transnational corporations that manufacture this type of seed claim", reported Capital.com.pa.

Source: Capital.com.pa

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