Mr. Speaker, on the subject of the clinical trials on marijuana for medicinal purposes, our information indicates that Department of Health officials are currently in discussion with the American company Monsanto to involve it in the supply of marijuana.
This company is known for its production of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and its involvement with the bovine growth hormone controversy.
Can the minister confirm that Monsanto is being considered in the department's work hypotheses in connection with the supply of marijuana.