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highlights: FAO GM Foods Platform

Year of publication 2015

Pages 2p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

ISBN No ISBN

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) The FAO GM Foods Platform is a database containing information of GM food safety that is free and available for all. The Platform contains official information in accordance with the guidelines of the Codex Alimentarius, the body charged with setting international food safety standards. Member countries can join the Platform by officially nominating a Focal Point who can then upload country-specific information and food safety assessment data. Codex Members recognize the importance of the fully- populated, value-added and interactive Platform, calling upon FAO to continue its effort in maintaining and enhancing the Platform and its community. Maintenance and upgrading the Platform require technical and financial support by Codex Members. The full set of Highlights on FAO food safety and quality activities is available at the following Url: http://www.fao.org/3/a-au638e/index.html.

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