CA ruling vs GMOs may impact food security DA
The Philippine Star|April 28, 2024
The decision of the Court of Appeal (CA) against the propagation of Bt talong and golden rice would have "significant" implications on the country's food security, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).
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"The government's legal team, led by the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG), is exploring legal remedies in relation to the subject CA order, which could have significant implications for the country's food security," the DA said.

Pending the insights from the OSG, the DA opted to refrain from commenting and providing further details regarding the ruling of the appellate court.

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