Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a law making Vermont the first state to require labeling of foods with genetically modified ingredients. The measure also bars foods with GMOs from being labeled as “natural.” It takes effect in July 2016.

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Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has signed a law making Vermont the first state to require labeling of foods with genetically modified ingredients. The measure also bars foods with GMOs from being labeled as “natural.” It takes effect in July 2016.