The defeat of the DARK Act gives new hope for GMO labelling in the US
The DARK Act has been stopped. The law, which would have denied Americans the right to know about GMOs in their food, has been rejected by the Senate.
GM soy, the European Parliament asks the Commision to oppose three import authorisations
To prevent the risks of glyphosate, a carcinogenic herbicide used in transgenic crops, the European Parliament opposes the import of three GM soybeans.
Ancient grains. Heirloom wheat makes its comeback in the USA
Sustainably grown ancient grains and traditional bakeries are coming back. Could this be the solution to widespread gluten allergies?
A macabre tale of murder and negligence. Syngenta found guilty of the death of Brazilian activist Keno
Agrochemical company Syngenta has been charged with the death of a Brazilian activist. Eight years after the crime was committed.
The human cost of agrotoxins. How glyphosate is killing Argentina
An emerging Argentinian photographer has realised a daring photo feature. Like David against Goliath, his enemies are glyphosate and the Monsanto Company.
Food for life, Greenpeace exhibits sustainable farming
From 15 October in Milan there will be a photographic exhibition featuring a selection of twenty pictures taken by Peter Canton that show that it’s possible to grow (and eat) crops without polluting.
19 European countries out of 28 say no to GMOs
19 countries of the European Union chose to ban GM crops. 3 October was the deadline to tell the European Commission whether to ban them or not.
The committee of environmental associations says no to glyphosate
Weed killer glyohosate is harmful for the health and environment: the Committee of Environmental Associations and Organic Farming asks the Italian Government to banish it.
Vegetable milk, good for everyone
Vegetable milk is tasty and can replace cow’s milk in many preparations. They are obtained from legumes and cereals and are particularly suitable for those who suffer from lactose intolerances.
Scotland wants to protect its environment: it says no to GMOs
The country part of the United Kingdom has decided to ban the cultivation of genetically modified crops in order to protect its environmental heritage.