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Big Island *takes first step* in banning GMO's
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11-20-2013, 05:26 PM
quote: Yup, and then we go to court, court, court!
11-21-2013, 12:36 AM
I am a bit surprised that anyone is in the corner of the biotech companies. Apparently they haven't ever been sued for cross pollination and patent infringement.
Take all the "save the Aina", good science, bad science mumbo jumbo out of it. Patented biology is total financial destruction to the farmer that tries to replant his own seed stock. Something that farmers have been doing since the dawn of agriculture.
11-21-2013, 03:12 AM
Kander:
I think you are exactly correct. It is why corporations like Monsanto are anti-human.
11-21-2013, 03:30 AM
There is a difference between the business model and the science of GM. The bill the council passed opposes the science and neglects the business model. I don't think it was a good bill.
Assume the best and ask questions.
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11-21-2013, 03:53 AM
America has a long history of embracing scientific discoveries before they are fully examined and determined to be as safe and as beneficial as they are sold to be. GMO food is just another rush to market get rich quick scheme. The farmers are being duped just as much as the consumer. Meanwhile the revolving door that connects the GMO industry and the government regulators ensures that we the people have little to no say on the matter. This bill is a great step towards leveling the playing field.
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11-21-2013, 04:02 AM
FYI: Update - Mayor's Statement (&Snipped - More at link)
GMO decision expected next week Mayor Billy Kenoi said he expects to make a decision on Bill 113 next week. The Hawaii County Council passed the bill, which restricts genetically modified crops, Tuesday. County Clerk Stewart Maeda said the bill will likely be sent to Kenoi for consideration today. He will have 10 working days to decide whether to sign the bill, veto it, or let it go into effect without his signature. The nine-member council could override a veto with six votes. Kenoi said Wednesday he will sit down with staff to discuss the bill, including whether it meets legal standards. The process may take a few days, he said, adding “we will be making a decision probably sometime next week.” “We’ll take a look at the language and try to get as much input as possible,” Kenoi said. “Then we’ll be making our decision at that time.” In regards to the vote, Christine Hirasa, a spokeswoman for Gov. Neil Abercrombie, said in a statement Wednesday that such decisions should be “based on proven science.” “The administration will continue to work toward a regulatory structure that protects and balances the needs of farmers, Hawaii’s agriculture industry, and the people of Hawaii,” the statement continued. http://hawaiitribune-herald.com/sections...-week.html
11-21-2013, 04:07 AM
Is "will of the people" just an old school concept?
dont see the term anywhere in the release ..... like "balance the will of the people with the wants of the farm industry" would be more accurate the way this reads... grin
11-21-2013, 04:13 AM
quote:Tell that to the papaya farmers whose livelihood was saved by a small scale academic effort to combat the crippling ringspot virus. As Rob pointed out, genetic engineering is not the same as corporate governance. If you want to change corporate behavior, aim your efforts at corporations, not Big Island farmers.
11-21-2013, 04:26 AM
agreed - there is a big difference between one dedicated straight up individual http://www.biofortified.org/2012/06/rainbow/
and Monsanto using the island for a lab because of its remote location - I'll pass on living in a lab......... the papaya in question was produced locally to fit local needs and sensibilities - kudos now the glow in the dark bunnies - I get it we need to mark the altered ones in case their genes get out That is also the pandoras box |
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