The USDA is currently producing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on GE eucalyptus trees set for plantations across the Southern US. We are working to mobilize response during the upcoming public comment period. If the USDA approves GE eucalyptus, we will be prepared to challenge them.
In late February, we are holding a strategy meeting with youth activists and Indigenous representatives from around the Southeast to continue to build momentum and capacity for the grassroots GE trees effort in the region.
In June, we will hire an organizer in the region to ensure this grassroots effort succeeds.
In July, we will spend a week meeting with allies in the Pacific Northwest to build the campaign against GE trees there, as this region will likely be the next major GE tree hotspot.
In September, we will tour across the Gulf Coast states, where GE eucalyptus trees are planned.
Finally, we are working with Raindancer Films on a new documentary detailing the social and ecological impacts of GE trees.
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