He was first elected as the member of parliament for north shropshire at the 1997 general election. The main event this morning seem to be owen patersons speech on genetically modified crops which probably wont be a barrel of laughs, but which nevertheless sounds detailed, interesting and. Jun 20, 20 in the speech, mr paterson suggested that member states which are open to the safe use of gm crops should not be prevented from moving forward with the technology. Since 1996 there has been a hundredfold increase in the use of gm. Rt hon owen paterson mp why the uk environment would be improved by leaving the eu and restoring management at national and local level 55 tufton street 8th june 2016 environment speech embargoed until 1400 08062016 check against delivery.
Owen patersons speech, 20th june 20 the environment secretarys speech on 20 th june, coupled with coverage on numerous media outlets, led to a large spike in uk. Healthy food the untold story of gm crops event organised by europabio published 22 january 2014 from. Last week saw the publication of the most recent statistics on the uptake of gm crops. Meat, milk and eggs from animals fed with gm crops are eaten by people in many countries including the uk. Owen patersons recent speech on the green lobbys role in blocking gmos in africa stirred some strong responses from both sides of the aisle. Check your green privilege its not environmentally. Rt hon owen paterson spoke yesterday at rothamsted research on the benefits of gm technology. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to rothamsted research. The realities of gmo and petrochemical agriculture.
Check your green privilege its not environmentally friendly. Sep 04, 2012 rt hon owen paterson mp speech to rothamsted research speeches. In late 2012, environment secretary owen paterson and the then prime minister. Food minister owen paterson backs gm crops 9 december 2012. Owen william paterson born 24 june 1956 is a british conservative party politician who was the secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs from 2012 to 2014. The rt hon owen paterson mp speech on opportunity agriculture at the oxford farming conference 7 january 2014. Soil association policy director peter melchett commented. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to rothamsted research gov. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to oxford farming conference introduction i am delighted to be speaking at the conference which for more than 65 years has done so much to provide a platform for debate in the farming industry. Owen paterson backs ukgrown genetically modified food bbc news. Owen paterson backs ukgrown genetically modified food. I must first acknowledge what a tough year this has been.
In another 20 speech, paterson stated that seven million children had gone blind or died over the past 15 years because every attempt to introduce a gmrice fortified with sightsaving vitamin a had been thwarted. The environment secretary, owen paterson, used his speech at the oxford farming conference to onceagain promote the role of genetically modified gm foods paterson, who in december said gm would be a good thing highlighted the growing number of farmers that are using the technology and the great opportunity it provides. Since then, through comments and speeches, he has consistently voiced unqualified support for the gm food industry. Environment secretary owen paterson backs gm crops. Using a media tracking program to look at social media, ipsos mori public attitudes to science, 2014 analyzed who is talking about science online, what they are talking about, and when. Gm golden rice opponents wicked, says minister owen paterson. Jun 20, 20 today, the uk environmental secretary, owen paterson, delivered a speech about genetically engineered crops at the rothamsted research station near st. Owen paterson wants restrictions on gm crops relaxed.
He was first elected as the member of parliament for north shropshire at the 1997 general election paterson was appointed to the shadow cabinet of david cameron in 2007 as shadow secretary of state for northern ireland. I believe that gm offers great opportunities but i also recognise that we owe a duty to the. Dec 10, 2012 commenting on defra secretary of state, owen paterson s recent interview with the daily telegraph regarding gm crops, the soil association said. Mr paterson, who has previously expressed his backing for. Commenting on defra secretary of state, owen patersons recent interview with the daily telegraph regarding gm crops, the soil association said. Stepping up his campaign to grow gm crops in the uk, mr paterson used a speech in.
I was in london updating cabinet colleagues on the recent and continuing floods. Environment secretary owen paterson backs gm crops the. When heated, they dont transform into the trans fats that elevate cholesterol levels. Gm crop opposition is wicked, says owen paterson this article is more than 6 years old opposition to fortified gm crops is harming children in the developing world, says uk environment secretary. As the recently sacked, progm environment secretary owen patersons main supporter, matt ridley, wrote in the times the arguments over let gm crops flourish, claiming that the eu move was a. Gm crops are safer than conventional crops, says environment secretary owen paterson. Dec 10, 2012 environment secretary owen paterson backs the introduction of genetically modified food production in the uk, dismissing health concerns as nonsense. The main event this morning seem to be owen paterson s speech on genetically modified crops which probably wont be a barrel of laughs, but which nevertheless sounds detailed, interesting and. Environment secretary owen paterson is set to reopen the controversy over genetically modified crops with a speech extolling its benefits. Here is the full text of patersons speech to the international service for the acquisition of. I believe that its time to start a more informed discussion about the potential of genetically modified crops. Gm food crop authorised for planting by the eu for 15 years.
Owen paterson speech at the national farmers union annual conference 20. Strategy and to discuss eu and uk market prospects for gm crops. In the speech, mr paterson suggested that member states which are open to the safe use of gm crops should not be prevented from moving forward. Jun 20, 20 why owen paterson is wrong to back gm crops posted on 20 june, 20 by peter it was back in 1999 that gm crops burst onto the farming scene and into the public conscience with herbicide tolerant plants and insecticide producing plants and the promise of much more to come in the near future. Pocket guide to gm crops and policies en august 20 pdf 7 mb. Why owen paterson is wrong to back gm crops peter lundgren. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to rothamsted research 20 june 2012.
Food minister owen paterson backs gm crops telegraph. The main gm crops, maize corn and soybean, are used mostly for feeding animals. Gm crops are safer than conventional crops, says environment. Owen paterson s speech is the latest in a long line of attempts by the government to persuade us to accept gm food leo hickman thu 20 jun 20 08. Speech this is a transcript of what paterson actually said. The uk government and the gm industry genewatch uk. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to oxford farming conference introduction. Gm crops and foods in britain and europe genewatch uk. Dec 10, 2012 environment secretary owen paterson backs gm crops.
This is not a crop of practical interest for uk farmers. As monsanto renamed in windscale damage limitation mode plans a british hq for its new company if it can acquire syngenta former secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs owen paterson below right once again trots out tired myths about the virtues of genetic modification of crops. Antigmo stance of green blob, greenpeace condemn poor to starvation, death. He is said to be assisted by his brotherinlaw, viscount matt ridley, a genetic. Speech presented at annual south african agricultural biotechnology industry isaaa media conference. As the recently sacked, pro gm environment secretary owen paterson s main supporter, matt ridley, wrote in the times the arguments over let gm crops flourish, claiming that the eu move was a. Gm is not an alternative to good husbandry practices leafs. Biotech revolution will bypass europe if farmers shut doors to gm crops, environment secretary tells conference. Rt hon owen paterson speech at fdf presidents dinner. In this website, a lot of information was presented to heop you be informed about this latest biotechnological innovation. In 2012, the current british environment, food and rural affairs secretary owen paterson called concerns over the use of gm foods complete nonsense in an outright attack on valid concerns about gmos 1. But if approval is granted, as it should be based on the scientific evidence, then it.
Gm is not a silver bullet, nor is it the only tool at our disposal but gm has the potential to offer quicker, more precise and more costeffective solutions to some of. Gm golden rice opponents wicked, says minister owen paterson oct 20. Owen patersons cheerleading for gm crops to tackle hunger rings hollow. Apr 17, 2014 in 2012, the current british environment, food and rural affairs secretary owen paterson called concerns over the use of gm foods complete nonsense in an outright attack on valid concerns about gmos 1. The email also includes a link to an industry document criticising the eu for delaying approvals of gm crops. For example, new biotech soya beans can produce higher oleic acid.
The rt hon owen paterson mp speech on opportunity agriculture at the oxford farming conference 7 january 2014 check against delivery introduction i am pleased to be here again this year. Jun 20, 20 the main event this morning seem to be owen patersons speech on genetically modified crops which probably wont be a barrel of laughs, but which nevertheless sounds detailed, interesting and. Owen paterson is mp for north shropshire and a former environment secretary. Environment minister owen paterson will on thursday urge the uk to lead a european farming revolution using genetically modified crops, which he will say will reduce fertiliser and chemical use. The uk governments own farm scale experiment showed that overall the gm crops were worse for british wildlife. Mon 87769 x mon 89788 for food and feed portable document file pdf. Gm crops are also used in many processed foodstuffs eaten around. They are subjected to much greater scrutiny than traditional varieties, he says. Owen paterson s cheerleading for gm crops to tackle hunger rings hollow. Secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs owen. Sep 21, 2015 gm crops can fortify food with vitamins and antioxidants, so that the food we eat will make us healthier and stronger. Patersons progm speech raises questions about his role in. Gm crops on the market in the usa have achieved a deregulated status. Paterson s pro gm speech raises questions about his role in government 2.
The eu and gm will it let gm crops flourish or stop gm. Patersons progm speech raises questions about his role in government 2. Gm even safer than conventional food, says environment. The future of gm crops in europe depends now on the political will of the eu. Gm crops are also used in many processed foodstuffs eaten around the world including cooking oils and other ingredients. The environment secretary, owen paterson, used his speech at the oxford farming conference to onceagain promote the role of genetically modified gm foods paterson, who in december said gm would be a good thing highlighted the growing number of farmers that are using the technology and the great opportunity it provides however, he said the food industry had a role to play in. Owen paterson vs the reality of gmos and petrochemical agriculture. The british poultry council has welcomed defra secretary owen patersons pledge of support for gm technology in a speech delivered to researchers at rothamsted research.
Gm crop opposition is wicked, says owen paterson this article is more than 6 years old opposition to fortified gm crops is harming children in the. Former environment secretary owen paterson will today accuse the european union and greenpeace of condemning millions of people in developing countries to starvation and death by their stubborn refusal to accept the benefits of genetically modified crops and other potentially lifesaving advances in plant sciences. In wake of owen paterson rebuke of antigmo green blob. Jun 20, 20 this morning, uk environment secretary owen paterson, gave a keynote speech on the subject of gm genetic modification at rothamsted research in harpenden, hertfordshire.
Despite this apparent rejection of the cultivation of gm crops in many areas of europe, the european union eu is a major livestock producer, has a structural shortage of feed protein and is a major importer of agricultural products derived from transgenic crops, mainly for use in feeds. Walports efforts were followed in june by a speech by defra secretary of state owen paterson listing a long string of dubious, outdated or disproved claims for gm crops, insisting, at the moment europe is missing out, and the uk should be at forefront of the global race, not watching from the sidelines. Mr paterson said, gm has already been used to make crops that can resist attack from specific insect pests or plant diseases. If you are amenable to this i would be grateful if you could liaise with my diary secretary on 0207 238 5343 to make the necessary arrangements the rt hon owen paterson mp. Food minister owen paterson backs gm crops genetically modified food should be grown and sold widely in britain and consumer opposition to the. Environment secretary owen paterson backs the introduction of genetically modified food production in the uk, dismissing health concerns as nonsense. This morning, uk environment secretary owen paterson, gave a keynote speech on the subject of gm genetic modification at rothamsted research in harpenden, hertfordshire. Gm crops can be great because they are efficient and cheaper to grow as they have improved resistance to pests and can produce higher yields. Owen paterson speech at the national farmers union annual.
This procedure is limited to the usa and involves an application that requests that a speci. Other traits are being developed, including using scientific expertise. He called for a new approach to considering gm crops, which he said could help farming become more sustainable and efficient. Gm even safer than conventional food, says environment secretary. Rt hon owen paterson mp speech to oxford farming conference. Gm crops wellregulated gm technology presents some of the biggest and most exciting.
Owen paterson made the remarks amid speculation that ministers are ready to relax controls on the cultivation of gm crops. Owen paterson made the remarks amid speculation that ministers are ready to. Bachelor of arts ba, history, cambridge university. Gm crops will benefit uk says environment secretary owen. Today, the uk environmental secretary, owen paterson, delivered a speech about genetically engineered crops at the rothamsted research station near st. Agricultural biotechnologygmoshas a huge positive impact on farming and farmers but. Jun 20, 20 speech made by owen paterson on gm technology.
The debate around gm crops in the uk has been long and contentious, and the governments standing as progm has raised concerns for campaigners who are not convinced gm is the answer. Genetically modified crops dominate agriculture in north and south america. Jun 20, 20 genetically modified crops are categorically safer than conventional crops because they are subjected to much greater scrutiny than traditional varieties, the environment secretary owen paterson. Owen delivers a speech on the benefits of genetically modified crops. Gm crops can fortify food with vitamins and antioxidants, so that the food we eat will make us healthier and stronger. The safety of gmo foods and feed is controversial due to limited.
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