GE-Free PEI and Percy Schmeiser

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GE-Free PEI and Percy Schmeiser

GE-Free PEI and Percy Schmeiser
In 2003, world-renowned anti-GE activist and Saskatchewan farmer Percy Schmeiser met with Premier Binns. After the meeting, Premier Binns was convinced that PEI must review the impact of genetic engineering on the people and environment of the Island.

More info:
Percy Schmeiser launches Council of Canadians GE-Free Canada campaign
Canada Island May Boot GMO Crops - Wired Magazine, March 2004

Monsanto vs Percy Schmeiser
Percy Schmeiser fought Monsanto’s claims that he had violated their patent on GE canola when the company’s seed blew into his field from a passing truck. The case went all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada.

More info:
Monsanto vs. Percy Schmeiser
Real-life David and Goliath - CBC Radio, May 21, 2004

What's the latest?
Percy and his wife Louise are currently suing Monsanto in small claims court for contaminating Louise’s organic garden.

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