Telegraph: Scientists in the Sainsbury Laboratory at the John Innes Centre have applied to start a three-year trial of blight-resistant GM potatoes in May. Around 400 potato plants will be sown in the plot at the Norwich Research Park behind high fences and with 24 hour security. It will mean Britain has two ongoing GM trials this year, despite the concern of environmental campaigners. Leeds University carried out a successful field trial last year and is expected to plant more GM …