Karnataka state govt blacklists Mahyco and orders ban on its Bt cotton sales

Published By On Friday, March 28th 2014. Under Bt Cotton, Uncategorized  Tags: , , , ,   
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(Rajasthan) Government bans GM trials, to burn standing crop

Published By On Tuesday, March 20th 2012. Under Field Trials, GM Crops, News, States  Tags: , , , ,   
(Rajasthan) Government bans GM trials, to burn standing crop
The Rajasthan government has put on hold all trials of genetically modified (GM) crops in the state. In an order dated 13 March, the Principal Secretary, Agriculture, government of Rajasthan stated “..no trials of GM crops should be conducted in the State until final decision in this matter is taken.” “The issue ... Continue Reading

Kerala Govt reiterates its stand against GM crops

Published By On Friday, January 6th 2012. Under Field Trials, States  Tags: ,   
In a letter to activists, the Kerala Government's Secretary, Agriculture, reiterates the government's stand against GM crops and informs that the state government has already conveyed its stand of not permitting any GM research or even trial, within the boundaries of Kerala to Government of India. Letter of Secretary-Agriculture-kerala can be ... Continue Reading

“Reject BRAI Bill in NDC Meet”: Coalition for a GM-Free India to all CMs

Published By On Friday, October 21st 2011. Under Biosafety, BRAI Bill, Field Trials  Tags: ,   
Press Release Coalition for a GM-Free India asks Chief Ministers to demand rejection of BRAI Bill at the NDC meeting. Sends out Faxes to all CMs pointing out that the BRAI Bill is anti-constitutional and negates State Governments' rights over Agriculture and Health sectors, even while it promotes dangerous GM crops. New ... Continue Reading