The European Food and Safety Authority (Efsa) has removed barriers to the relicensing of glyphosate, a best-selling herbicide, despite World Health Organisation ( WHO ) warnings that it is carcinogenic in humans. The scientific basis for the decision has been disputed as it relied on six industry-funded studies that have not been published in full. The studies were submitted on behalf of an industry alliance called the Glyphosate Task Force by GM multinational Monsanto. Glyphosate is a key ingredient in Monsanto’s multi-billion dollar RoundUp weedkiller brand. Glyphosate residues have been found in some British bread. “We have a strong interest,” he told the Guardian. The Efsa’s decision has been opposed by Greenpeace and the Pesticide Action Network but supported by some farmers’ groups.
The European Food and Safety Authority (Efsa) has removed barriers to the relicensing of glyphosate, a best-selling herbicide, despite World Health Organisation ( WHO ) warnings that it is carcinogenic in humans. The scientific basis for the decision has been disputed as it relied on six industry-funded studies that have not been published in full. The studies were submitted on behalf of an industry alliance called the Glyphosate Task Force by GM multinational Monsanto. Glyphosate is a key ingredient in Monsanto’s multi-billion dollar RoundUp weedkiller brand. Glyphosate residues have been found in some British bread. The Efsa’s decision has been opposed by Greenpeace and the Pesticide Action Network but supported by some farmers’ groups.