Genetically modified food or crops are plants that have been modified using genetic engineering techniques. Examples of GMOs include adding genes to certain crops to make them immune to insects or environmental conditions. Proponents of a GMO ban argue that their existence might have unintended effects on agricultural ecosystems including bees and other animals which depend on native crops for their survival. Opponents of a ban argue that the development GMOs has resulted in cheaper food being produced more quickly, in greater quantities, and with less calories and fat.
46% Yes |
54% No |
32% Yes |
54% No |
10% Yes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified |
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3% Yes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds |
See how support for each position on “Genetically Modified Foods” has changed over time for 81.6k Ireland voters.
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Unique answers from Ireland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9K69C722mos2MO
no i dont support this as GMO crops and foods have MRNa and turbo cancers that are desinged specifically for population redution
@9HBTP3F5mos5MO
Only for cisgenic breeding or those which could have been accomplished through conventional methods.
@9H76M6G5mos5MO
In terms of helping people who struggle with the intake of certain foods and vitamins and stuff, yes. Both be nice to nature and don't replace everything
@9BZBGT911mos11MO
Yes but only where organic alternatives (such as meat) cannot be produced at a sustainable level. In this case labelling of these foods needs to be mandated, as well as a limit to the additives etc being included in the product.
@989GK7F1yr1Y
No but we need to support our farmers more
@978QXVS1yr1Y
Yes but the process should be regulated to prevent invasive species.
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