Common Ground Farm

Two days ago, a decision was made to allow new genetically engineered (GE) seeds to be released into Canada without a mandatory disclosure system.

From Canadian Organic Growers:
"Organic farmers require mandatory disclosure of gene-edited seeds. To maintain their certification, organic farmers must be able to prove that the seeds they use are free from any contamination, including genetic engineering which is prohibited in the Canadian Organic Standards. Under this new voluntary system announced by Canada, organic farmers will not be able to meet this requirement and face the significant risk of losing their certification by inadvertently using undisclosed GE seed products. Farmers have the right to choose to grow food that meets the needs of their consumer without fear of contamination by undisclosed genetic engineered seed products."

Read the COG's full response here:
https://cog.ca/canada-announces-voluntary-transparency-initiative-for-gene-edited-seed-products/