Dáil debates

Wednesday, 21 March 2012

3:00 pm

Photo of Simon CoveneySimon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)

There are perception issues with GM foods but we are also trying to develop a reputation for developing research capacity in food in Ireland. This is where the initiative comes from in Teagasc's view. If we can be at the forefront in developing crop varieties by using GM, we should not discount it because consumers have a perception of GM. It is about balancing the two.

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