Codex Alimentarius, Biotechnology, And Technical Barriers To Trade

Codex Alimentarius, Biotechnology, And Technical Barriers To Trade

Mark Mansour and Jennifer B. BennettKeller and Heckman As controversial food trade issues, such as biotechnology, occupy the interests of consumers and regulators throughout the world, the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (Codex) has assumed vital importance. With this increased prominence…

A Survey Of National Labeling Policies For GM Foods

A Survey Of National Labeling Policies For GM Foods

Peter W.B. Phillips and Heather McNeillUniversity of Saskatchewan Rising consumer concerns with genetically modified foods and products has led a number of countries around the world to introduce rules for labeling the presence of genetically modified (GM) ingredients. This paper presents a…

Analyzing Quality And Quality Assurance (Including Labeling) For GMOs

Analyzing Quality And Quality Assurance (Including Labeling) For GMOs

Julie A. CaswellUniversity of Massachusetts The use of biotechnology can affect the actual and perceived quality of food products through its effect on an array of intrinsic quality attributes. Buyers may agree or differ on which of these effects creates high or…

Direct And Hidden Costs In Identity Preserved Supply Chains

Direct And Hidden Costs In Identity Preserved Supply Chains

Richard Maltsbarger and Nicholas KalaitzandonakesIBM & University of Missouri Any labeling scheme must be supported by an effective identity preservation system which implies extra logistical costs. Both direct and hidden costs exist in identity preserved systems. Such costs vary substantially with the…

Consumers And GM Food Labels: Providing Information Or Sowing Confusion?

Consumers And GM Food Labels: Providing Information Or Sowing Confusion?

Edna EinsiedelUniversity of Calgary Labeling policies for genetically modified (GM) foods are under intense scrutiny and development worldwide. The fact that Codex Alimentarius Commission (Codex)—the international body primarily responsible for food standards including labeling practices—has been unable to reach consensus on GM…