Non-GMO Project Verifying Silk® Soymilk

BROOMFIELD, Colo.Silk® Soymilk enrolled in the Non-GMO Projects Product Verification Program, a system designed to test whether a product has met defined standards for the presence of GMOs. It provides third-party verification that the best practices of GMO avoidance are in use. These standards include strict and comprehensive traceability, segregation and testing requirements. Silk began the verification process earlier this year. Once the verification process is completed, Silk plans to place the Non-GMO Projects verification seal on its packaging.

Since the brands inception in 1996, Silk has been committed to providing non-GMO plant-based protein beverages. GMOs (or genetically modified organisms") are organisms that have been created through the gene-splicing techniques of biotechnology (also called genetic engineering, or GE).

The Non-GMO Project, launched in 2008, is a nonprofit collaboration of manufacturers, retailers, distributors, farmers, seed companies and consumers dedicated to the shared mission of ensuring the sustained availability of non-GMO food and beverage choices.

 Silk Soymilk is enrolled in the Non-GMO Project because we believe its the right thing to do," said Craig Shiesley, vice president for Silk. This is an important way to demonstrate our continued commitment to sourcing non-GMO soybeans. Third-party verification through the Non-GMO Project helps ensure consumers are getting the high-quality products they pay for, enabling them to make informed choices and avoid products made with GMOs."

In order to keep its soybeans free of GMOs, Silk follows a comprehensive set of testing protocols to detect GMOs. From seed to manufacturing, Silks soybeans are tested four times to make sure they are non-GMO.

Silks participation in the Non-GMO Project is a huge step forward in giving consumers everywhere the informed choice they deserve about GMOs," said Megan Westgate, executive director of the Non-GMO Project. When consumers see the Non-GMO Project seal on packaging, they know they can trust the products non-GMO status. Were thrilled that Silk is integrating its existing non-GMO practices with the Non-GMO Projects program, and look forward to partnering with Silk to educate consumers across the country."

To further demonstrate its commitment, Silk plans to support the Non-GMO Projects inaugural Non-GMO Month in October, which will include special retail promotions and consumer events leading up to Non-GMO Day on Oct. 10, 2010 (10.10.10).