U.S. supermarkets to boycott genetically modified salmon
Major US supermarkets to boycott GM salmon
Suzanne Goldenberg, Guardian | March 20, 2013
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• FDA decision due on whether GM salmon allowed onto market… The GM salmon is the first in some 30 other species of genetically engineered fish under development, including tilapia. Researchers are also working to bring GM cows, chickens and pigs to market.
However, those plans could be blocked by Wednesday’s commitment not to sell genetically engineered seafood from national grocery chains including Trader Joe’s, Aldi and Whole Foods, as well as regional retailers. …