The Principle(s) of Co-existence in the Market for GMOs in Europe: Social, Economic and Legal Avenues

K. Purnhagen, J.H.H. Wesseler

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Abstract

The European policy of co-existence for GMOs follows a number of well-established social, economic and legal principles. Applying these principles in practice has resulted in a complex “rag rug” of co-existence policies in Europe. This rag rug makes enforcement of these principles difficult, at times even impossible. This chapter will review the pros and cons of applying different social, economic and legal principles in Europe, mainly from a legal and economic perspective. It will discuss the dilemmas, consequences, and sometimes contradictory results of the European co-existence policy and its potential future developments.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Coexistence of Genetically Modified, Organic and Conventional Foods: Government Policies and Market Practices
EditorsNicholas Kalaitzandonakes, Peter W.B. Phillips, Justus Wesseler, Stuart J. Smyth
Place of PublicationNew York
PublisherSpringer
Chapter7
Pages71-85
ISBN (Electronic)9781493937271
ISBN (Print)9781493937257
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016

Publication series

NameNatural Resource Management and Policy
Volume49

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