Bayer's costly GE rice scandal

Risky Business - briefing

06 November 2007

Total costs incurred around the world as a result of LL601 rice contamination are estimated in the range of $741 million to $1.285 billion. Farmers who incurred direct and indirect losses as a result of Liberty Link rice contamination are attempting to recoup their costs through class action litigation against Bayer CropScience LP, Riceland Foods and Producers Rice Mill.

SHORT BRIEFING VERSION

Risky Business

06 November 2007

Total costs incurred around the world as a result of LL601 rice contamination are estimated in the range of $741 million to $1.285 billion. Farmers who incurred direct and indirect losses as a result of Liberty Link rice contamination are attempting to recoup their costs through class action litigation against Bayer CropScience LP, Riceland Foods and Producers Rice Mill.

GE Rice Bad for Business: Company Statements

30 November 2006