Half Of E.U. Countries Opt Out Of Growing GM Crops

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GM maize has already been approved for cultivation in the E.U. 1000 Words/Shutterstock

Over half of the countries that make up the European Union have either already opted out of growing genetically modified (GM) crops on their land, or plan on doing so before the decision-making deadline passes this week. This means that two-thirds of Europe’s population and arable land will remain GM-free for the foreseeable future.