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Varsity to trial GM corn crop

Rector dismisses worries of environmental groups

PHITSANULOK : Naresuan University is preparing to trial its first genetically modified (GM) corn crop in a bid to strengthen Thai agri-business in the region.

The move comes despite strong opposition from environmental groups.

University rector Suchin Chinayon said the university is ready to start the seven-month project as early as next month if it is approved by cabinet.

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  • bucktoui

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    Discussion 1 : 24 Feb 2013 at 00.301

    We don't know for sure(too early to say) that GM crops harm environment as Greenpeace International concern, but we all knew for sure that Monsanto is harming a lot of farmer's lives around the world economically. Why it is big deal that Thai university have to waste the time and money to research, why can they just use whatever Monsanto already have (succeeded) GM products and techniques.

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