‘A major part of the food business’ is hostile to GMOs, says McConnell

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he hasn’t given up on passing a bill to pre-empt states from requiring special labels on food made with genetically modified organisms. During an “Open Mic” interview with Agri-Pulse, McConnell said, “I think you’ve got a major part of the food business now that is deeply invested in hostility toward… » Read More

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