Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael)

Non-GM soya products will not be available in two years' time. Strains of GM soya are being sown in the United States which will be the sole source of protein for the Irish feed industry. This matter must be addressed.

We must engage in a rational debate on the GM issue. If the Minister is intent on creating a GM-free island, we must be informed as to whether this will involve turning around the multi-billion euro agrifood sector and banning the importation of GM feeds.

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