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Genetically modified-processed foods being sold illegally, claims CSE study

Among popular food companies, Abbott and General Mills were found to be marketing GM foods

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Arnab Dutta New Delhi
Despite a wide ban on its production, genetically modified (GM) food may have become an inherent part of the Indian platter, a recent study by research and advocacy body Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has revealed.

The study has found a wide presence of genetically modified ingredients in packaged food items sold in India.

Edible oils, processed and packaged food and infant food items — produced locally and those imported — were found to contain genetically modified ingredients. While 32 per cent samples tested GM-positive, the rate went up sharply to 80 per cent for imported products. Also, 21 of 65

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