Fish
More than 35 species of genetically modified fish are being developed, including salmon, halibut, trout, tilapia, Arctic char and other seafood.
The release of genetically modified fish can cause devastating environmental and human health impacts. Many studies report that the release of GM fish into the environment threatens wild and native species.
Currently there is very little regulation by the federal government, but some states have passed laws prohibiting GM fish or requiring labels.
Take action against GM salmon!
In 2010 the FDA declared GM salmon safe for human consumption and is set to approve it for commercial production. The transgenic fish from AquaBounty Technologies supposedly grows twice as fast as natural fish. It will not be labeled as a GM product.
Critics of the FDA's plan say GM salmon pose threats to human health, could devastate stocks of wild salmon (which already are on the Endangered Species List), and may be more susceptible to disease than currently farmed fish, consequently requiring greater amounts of antibiotics. Take action against GM salmon!