The Agriculture Minister insists Ireland is not set to become a hub for GM food, despite a new license being granted for a trial of genetically modified potatoes.
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Simon Coveney’s comments come in light of a decision by the EPA to grant Teagasc permission to begin trials to grow potatoes which would be more resistant to blight.
A group supporting organic farming claims it would destroy Ireland’s reputation as a "clean and green" island for food production.
Minister Coveney has told Clare FM that GM research should be carried out here, but says it will only occur in limited circumstances.
