Opinion ID: 868147
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Heading: FDA Regulation of Genetically Modified Plants

Text: The FDA’s regulation of genetically modified plants is derived from its authority to regulate food safety under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (“FFDCA”), 21 U.S.C. §§ 301–399. The FDA’s authority is limited to removing adulterated food from the national food supply, which could include food from genetically modified plants. The FFDCA, however, does not contain any provisions that specifically address genetically modified plants. In October 2003, Monsanto and Forage Genetics provided the FDA with a summary of information that assessed the safety and nutritional qualities of RRA. After assessing this information, the FDA concluded in early 2004 that RRA and foods derived from it were safe for consumption. 10 CENTER FOR FOOD SAFETY V . VILSACK