Source: European Parliament
On 16 January, ENVI Members voted on motions for resolutions objecting to the authorisation of genetically modified maize MON 95275 and DP910521, as well as UV-treated powder of yellow mealworm larvae as a novel food.
ENVI Members voted on three motions for resolutions objecting to the authorisations for the placing on the market of products under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 on GMOs and Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 on novel foods. The first two objections concerned genetically modified organisms (maize varieties MON 95275 and DP910521). The objectors cited insufficient evidence on long-term impacts on health and the environment, stressing that the decision to authorise such GMOs would not adhere to the precautionary principle. The third objection opposed the authorisation of UV-treated powder of yellow mealworm larvae as a novel food. The objectors raised concerns about the allergenicity of the product and insufficient labelling requirements, resulting in reduced transparency for consumers.