Consumer Attitudes towards Genetically Modified Foods in Emerging Markets: The Impact of Labeling in Taiwan

作者: Pierre Ganiere , Wen S. Chern , David E. Hahn , Fu-Sung Chiang

DOI: 10.22004/AG.ECON.8150

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摘要: In 2001, Taiwan enacted a law for genetically modified food (GM foods) labeling. Beginning January 1st 2003, containing more than 5% of GM ingredients must be labeled. imports most its soybeans from the United States. order to assess effects new policy, telephone survey was conducted in 2002. A total 257 interviews were completed. typology consumers’ attitudes towards foods is constructed use multiple correspondence analysis and classification method. Four profiles are identified: proponents, 52%, moderate opponents, 32.5%, extreme 12.5%, those with no opinion, 5.5%.

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