Genetically-modified plants: bane or blessing?
In Switzerland, as in much of Europe, the population is wary of genetically-modified (GM) plants. According to a national research project, three out of four Swiss consumers would not eat bread containing GM products. What about you?
This content was published on September 28, 2012 - 11:00
The researchers believe that consumer attitudes could change if GM grain or vegetables became cheaper than traditional varieties, were longer lasting, or could be produced more ecologically and more sustainably.
Could this sway your opinion or make you change your mind about GM foods? What do you think are the most important factors in favour or against sales of these products?
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