by a genetically modified organism, can be managed. ...- Senator CHERRY ?Have you commissioned any research on impact on biodiversity in Australia of GM crops? Dr Meek ?No, we have not. ...- Senator CHERRY ?What research have you commissioned on the issue of human health effects of GM crops? Dr Meek ?Directly, we have not commissioned research. Obviously, Food Standards Australia New Zealand does a lot of work in assessing food products. Senator CHERRY ?But they have commissioned no research either. Dr Meek ?I am not aware of what they have done, but there is obviously a great deal of data. All seven lines of the Bayer and the Monsanto oils from those canolas have been approved both nationally and internationally. Senator CHERRY ?And once that is done, you don?t investigate that further? Dr Meek ?We would look at any effects relating to toxicity and allergenicity related to the handling of the genetically modified organisms, but we would not reinvestigate food use. ...- Senator CHERRY ?You are not requiring any independent, totally arms-length assessments or considerations of issues like biodiversity or food safety. Dr Meek ?Food safety, I think we have already established, is outside of the remit. It is Food Standards Australia New Zealand. Senator CHERRY ?What does human health mean under your act then? Dr Meek ?It can be things to do with occupational health and safety issues, for example. As I said earlier, exposure to the crop: if the GM version of that crop is likely to,