The Regional District of North Okanagan is under pressure to take a stand on genetically modified crops. About 100 people crammed into the boardroom Wednesday
to ask directors to oppose cultivation of genetically modified seeds and
plants on local farms. "If you don't make a decision, you are making a
decision. You are leading us towards industrial agriculture," said
Huguette Allen, with Bee SAFE, a Lumby-based organization. The group is concerned that genetically modified plants
will lead to cross-pollination of non-GM plants, jeopardize organic
certification among farmers and undermine local food sustainability. The RDNO board has referred Bee SAFE's request to the agricultural advisory committee for consideration. "I look forward to a discussion about the issue - the pros and the cons," said director Howie Cyr. Look for more details in Friday's Morning Star.------------
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