We use our resources to raise awareness about the concerns around having Genetically Engineered [GE] organisms in the NZ food and environment. Our activities include:
Newsletter which includes the newest information about developments concerning Genetic Engineering - local - national - international. Monitoring applications for GE-crops or foods, writing submissions to and attending hearings at
ERMA ( Environmental Risk Management Authority, FSANZ and NZFSA (Food Standards Australia New Zealand and New Zealand Food Safety Authority) ( Australian New Zealand Food Authority)
Advice and assistance with submissions on GE issues
Writing and presenting a subission & calling witnesses - opposed to the introduction of Genetic Engineering in New Zealand
Enlisting public support for helping keep GE out of our environment requesting major food producers to label/go GE-free. website, info for public libraries, public meetings, public awareness activities)
