Wine producers say they aren’t interested in growing genetically modified vines despite the development of GM varieties resistant to common funguses. An Adelaide scientist has developed genetically modified grape vines that are resistant to powdery and downy mildew. The funguses caused millions of dollars in damage to vines last summer. But spokesperson for the WA wine industry association, John Griffiths, says consumers aren’t interested in buying GM wines. “Until the community tells us that they accept [GM wine] we’re not going down that path,” he said.