Based on this discussion, a freelance journalist formulated the information material (questions 5 and 8) including knowledge on new GM plants, the main issues, opinions and conflicts in order to provide citizens an overview of the debate. During 5 days, the citizens were involved in presentations (on GMO issues) held by experts and discussions amongst each other and with experts (question 7), as well as work in groups and plenum without the participation by experts (question 1)