Segurança alimentar e princípio da informação sobre alimentos geneticamente modificados : perspectivas jurídica e socioambiental

Abstract

The social and environmental views are closely related, which attracts the socioenvironmental perspective. All artifacts in the living conditions of the population is comprised of biotechnology in environmental protection. The commercialization of genetically modified organisms in food generates much debate and scientific doctrine today. However, it is possible to draw some myths and commit some observations on the subject. Myths bring the promises of seeking satisfying hunger by increasing production with the use of biotechnology in the food, as well as the priority in food production with properties beneficial to health. The findings run into some negative episodes involving the use of genetically modified organisms and also strong in the domain of large corporations that are dictating the rules of biotechnology development. This picture, in the marketing of food, the availability of information through labeling is emphasized, it is important to consider the legal treatment that has been given at the domestic, European Union, from the perspective of the United States and the Codex Alimentarius. Given the legal context, it remains clear that there are still many controversies and the availability of information is still some challenges, particularly in reviewing the labeling and reconciliation of information about cultural diversity. For information to have full effect should be inter-related education and participation of stakeholders.