"Biotech and supermarket giants are spending more than $25m to defeat ballot initiatives in two western states that would require labelling of foods containing genetically modified organisms.
In Colorado, Dupont and Monsanto food companies are outspending supporters of mandatory labelling by 22-1 ahead of the 4 November vote, according to state campaign finance records.
In Oregon, meanwhile, industry is outspending supporters of the ballot measure by about 2-1."
Suzanne Goldenberg reports for the Guardian October 24, 2014.
SEE ALSO:
"As Debate Rages, GMO Labeling Votes Loom in Oregon, Colorado" (Reuters)
"Colorado and Oregon Will Vote on Gmo Labeling Tuesday. Here's What's at Stake." (Vox)
Source: Guardian, 11/04/2014
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