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Second Lawsuit Filed Against County’s Anti-GMO Law

The latest lawsuit asks the US District Court on Oahu to overturn the Big Island law which restricts the growing genetically modified organisms.

Judge Rules Farmer ‘John Doe’ Can’t Remain Anonymous

The papaya farmer who is a plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging a county GMO registration requirement must reveal his identity to remain in the lawsuit.

Judge Orders County to Stop Registering GMO Farmers

Judge Greg Nakamura issued the temporary restraining order in response to a lawsuit filed this week challenging the law approved late last year.

Testimony Given on GMO Bills, Will Resume Friday

A County Council committee is considering two new versions of a bill that would limit the growing of transgenic crops on the Big Island.