HC Deb 19 January 1998 vol 304 cc447-8W
Mr. Baker

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what discussions he has had with the United States Government in respect of the possible segregation of genetically modified foods; and if he will make a statement. [23405]

Mr. Rooker

The Department has close working contact with US Government officials on food issues including genetically modified foods and segregation.

However, World Trade Organisation rules do not permit Governments to demand the segregation of crops that have been approved as safe.