Genetically engineered apples will soon be hitting the shelves of Canada’s shops – but without any labeling to alert the public.
According to a report in The Daily Courier, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Health Canada recently approved the genetically-modified, non-browning Arctic Apple for sale in Canada, but without any labels identifying their origin.
However, several research studies have linked genetically-engineered foods to infection and disease in both animals and humans.
“The government needs to ensure consumers can make good decisions and if there is to be a choice on purchasing genetically-modified foods, then the choice should be apparent,” said B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association president Fred Steele.
Furthermore, non-GMO producers fear a market backlash from people trying to avoid purchasing genetically modified apples, which could hurt all apple producers, whether their fruit is genetically-modified or not.
Consumers should have the right to decide if they want to purchase a genetically modified product and non-GMO growers should be protected. Will you help me urge the Canadian government to label genetically modified apples?
Please sign and share this petition to urge the Canadian Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, to ensure genetically modified apples are labelled.
