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EU eases rules for genetically modified products

orf.at (German) — December 4, 2025 at 08:01 AM UTC

The EU will significantly relax rules for genetically modified products, removing mandatory supermarket labeling and reducing environmental checks. A compromise reached by EU Parliament and Council representatives exempts many products developed using New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) from strict GMO regulations, while maintaining safety standards. Proponents anticipate more resilient and nutritious crops, boosting competitiveness, while opponents' concerns about consumer choice and patent rights were not fully addressed.

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