Alexandrina and Yankalilla councils have offered the community a chance to have a say on whether their district should stay GM free.

The state government recently lifted the ban on growing genetically modified crops in South Australia, except for Kangaroo Island. 

Along with the legislative changes, councils have been given a one-off opportunity to request the Agriculture Minister reinstates GM free status in their area.

In considering any such request, the Minister will only take into account how GM crops could impact trade and marketing potential when deciding whether or not a region should be GM free.

The councils want community input, particularly from those engaged in primary production activities or food processing/manufacturing activities in the council area.

It will accept submissions until 5pm on August 21. Full details are on the My Say Alexandrina web page and the My Say Yankalilla web page.

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