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Hawaii AG Backs Vermont GMO Labeling Law Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Hawaii AG Backs Vermont GMO Labeling Law

Doug Chin signed an amicus brief, along with attorneys general from seven other states, contending Vermont’s law is constitutional.

Thousands Turn Out for Aloha Aina Unity March Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Thousands Turn Out for Aloha Aina Unity March

The march stretched for nearly a mile and a half through Waikiki. Organizers hope to mobilize voters and create political awareness for preserving sacred spaces in Hawaii.

Tulsi Gabbard Says Bill to Prevent GMO Labeling is Bad for Democracy Courtesy of Tulsi Gabbard

Tulsi Gabbard Says Bill to Prevent GMO Labeling is Bad for Democracy

The Hawaii congresswoman followed up her criticism with an appeal for campaign funds.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Maui County’s GMO Moratorium PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Federal Judge Strikes Down Maui County’s GMO Moratorium

Judge Susan Mollway ruled聽that the ordinance is preempted by state and federal law, much like earlier measures in Hawaii and Kauai counties.

Federal Judge Plans to Rule on Maui GMO Moratorium By End of June Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Federal Judge Plans to Rule on Maui GMO Moratorium By End of June

Advocates for the hard-won ballot initiative aren’t optimistic about their chances at the District Court level.

DuPont Pioneer Shuts Down One Kauai Facility CORYLUM

DuPont Pioneer Shuts Down One Kauai Facility

The company is consolidating its parent seed operations on the North Shore of Oahu.

Civil Beat Poll: Hawaii Voters Want GMO Labeling Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Civil Beat Poll: Hawaii Voters Want GMO Labeling

There’s little disparity across age, ethnicity and gender lines, although more Republicans are opposed.

Not All GMO Plants Are Created Equally Chad Blair/Civil Beat

Not All GMO Plants Are Created Equally

It’s the trait, not the method, that’s important.

Maui GMO Farming Moratorium Won’t Be Enforced Until At Least June Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Maui GMO Farming Moratorium Won’t Be Enforced Until At Least June

A federal judge has extended an injunction blocking Maui County’s voter-approved moratorium until she rules on the case. She set the next hearing for June 15.

Asia Matters: Time for Shared International Research on GMOs? PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Asia Matters: Time for Shared International Research on GMOs?

China and India are conducting their own studies of genetically modified crops, which are controversial everywhere.