date:Jan 06, 2014
General Mills Inc said it has stopped using genetically modified ingredients in the popular breakfast cereal Cheerios as the U.S. branded foods manufacturer hopes the move will firm up customer loyalty in the face of growing opposition to such additives.
Many activists and critics have cited studies showing that genetically modified (GM) crops are not safe for people and animals who consume them.
Some activist groups opposing GM food also say the crops create environmental problems by encourag