Genetic engineering in agriculture and food production is a highly politicised and emotionally charged issue, especially in Europe. Calls for stricter regulations and labelling on genetically modified (GM) food are on the rise in the United States and Canada too. Consumer groups and environmentalists object to the use of the new technology because of fears for biological diversity and human health.
Concerns have been raised about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) containing toxins; causing allergies; or contributing to antibiotic resistance.
