ANTI-GMO PROTEST

Local environmental groups are currently protesting in front of the Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol against the entry of genetically modified crops in Negros province. Tim Managuit, spokesperson of the groups emphasizes that GMO threatens the Province’s agricultural heritage, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of local farmers. This demonstration aims to challenge the provincial government of allowing entry of GMO and advocate for sustainable, traditional farming practices, he said. The government’s response to this argument is still to commence.* (Photos: CTTO GAN, Inc.)