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WASHINGTON — Beyond sharp and predictable differences over whether genetically engineered salmon belongs in the food supply, a rough consensus emerged Tuesday at a Food and Drug Administration hearing on future labeling requirements: If approved for the market, consumers should have a way of avoiding it.
The hearing on potential labeling requirements followed a meeting Monday at which a panel of outside experts seemed generally convinced that the salmon is safe for human consumption and poses little risk to the environment.
But the committee recommended more study.
