Mendocino Says No to Genetically Modified Vines

County's organic growers say move will protect their reputation

By Nick Fauchald, with Lynn Alley

Mendocino County, a leader in organic viticulture and wine production, has become the nation’s first county to ban genetically engineered grapevines and other crops, due to concerns over their potential.....

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