Wolf Richter — Lobbying And Gmo Giant Monsanto Buckles In Europe

The “March Against Monsanto” in 52 countries, an unapproved strain of its genetically modified wheat growing profusely in Oregon, cancelled wheat export orders.... A rough week for Monsanto.

But now it threw in the towel in Europe – where its genetically modified seeds have faced stiff resistance at every twist and turn. Even its deep corporate pockets and mastery of lobbying have failed: “It’s counterproductive to fight against windmills,” its spokesman told the Tageszeitung.

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Lobbying And Gmo Giant Monsanto Buckles In Europe
Wolf Richter
(h/t Naked Capitalism)

See also  Don Quijones, Starving The World For Power And Profit: The Global Agribusiness Model (May 5, 2013)