Tribal and Coalition Resources
Introduction
Indian Tribes, outdoors groups, religious organizations, and others are backing the WELRP efforts to protect wild rice from genetic engineering! Check out the sampling of resolutions and tribal ordinances below.
Izaak Walton League Resolution (May 1, 2005)
The resolution passed unanimously on May 1, 2005 in Austin MN, at the Annual Meeting of the Corporation of the Minnesota Division, Izaak Walton League of America and is duly recorded in the meeting minutes.
Resolution to support prohibiting the introduction of Genetically Engineered Wild Rice into the state of Minnesota
Whereas natural wild rice is of extreme ecological importance to Minnesota lakes, rivers, and wildlife, providing important habitat and sustenance for migrating waterfowl and aquatic life,
