EU agriculture ministers against GMO potato

On Monday, Poland was among agriculture ministers of 27 EU Member States that rejected a proposal regarding the use of genetically modified organisms (GMO) in potato farming.

The issue will be referred back to the European Commission for further consideration.

According to unofficial sources, there is a group of EU commissioners who are against GMO potato growing.

Epidemiologists warn that consumption of genetically modified food may cause cancer and allergy.

In the opinion of an epidemiology expert Professor Zbigniew Halat, it is impossible for the consumer to distinguish between GMO and organic potatoes. Introduction of the GMO potato in our diet may be hazardous to the health, Professor Halat has warned.

Other scientists point out that no conclusive proof has been found that GM is a hazard to human well being.