date:Nov 05, 2012
Those in favor of the measure say the matter is simple: Consumers should know whether genetically modified ingredients are in their foods.
The wording is simple and clear, and it will not cost customers a dime, said Andrew Kimbrell, of the Center for Food Safety, a Washington-based advocacy group.
Those against it say the measure is badly drafted, will unnecessarily scare consumers and will open the door to lawsuits against retailers, farmers and seed companies, driving up the cost of food. A