By: RT.com, 10/24/2013
Los Angeles is considering a ban on the cultivation, sale and distribution of genetically modified organisms, which would make the city the largest GMO-free zone in the US. Los Angeles City Councilmen Paul Koretz and Mitch O’Farrell introduced Friday a motion to curb growth and proliferation of GMO seeds and plants within the city.
The councilmen said the proposal aims to protect local gardens and city-grown food from future contamination from GMO seeds. The motion would not impact the sale of food containing GMO ingredients, however. GMO seeds are mostly used only by large-scale farming operations, of which none exists in Los Angeles city.
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So Happy To Hear This!
I live in the area, and as I was planting my winter garden with the little plants that were 'started' I wondered and my heart sank with the thought 'could this be GMO?' What about the seeds? I posted it and the Facebook followers said, only buy Heirloom seeds that are Organic, and then you will truly be free of GMO in your back yard! http://www.rareseeds.com. I am thankful to hear this news. Nobody wants to work in the garden only to unwittingly grow GMO. Have an excellent day, and thank you for the share. Mahalo.