Groups back bill to prevent mandatory GMO labeling Thirty-five associations and other organizations have endorsed a bill designed to limit state efforts to mandate labels for foods containing genetically modified organisms. The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act, which was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, will establish a voluntary federal labeling standard for food and beverage products made with genetically modified ingredients. "GMOs are perfectly safe and America's farmers rely on this proven technology to protect our crops from insects, weeds and drought," said Marin Barbre, board president of the National Corn Growers Association. "Important food… Read More