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Taiwan bans school canteens from using GM food

Xinhua, December 14, 2015 Adjust font size:

Taiwan's legislature on Monday banned school canteens from using genetically modified (GM) food, such as vegetables or tofu.

The ban is part of a revision to a decree on school sanitation that covers canteens.

In addition, an inspection will be led by the education, agriculture and health authorities every academic year to ensure schools and colleges adhere to the ruling, according to a statement issued by the legislature.

The decree comes in light of increasing public concern about possible health risks of GM foods, said Lu Hsiu-yen, a legislator from the Kuomintang, the island's ruling party.

"For parents who are concerned about GM foods, the decree will set their minds at ease," Lu said. Endi