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Genomic Techniques Urged for EU Organic Farming Goals

6/4/2025

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Researchers are pushing for the inclusion of new genomic techniques (NGTs) in organic farming to help achieve the EU's ambitious target of 25% organic agriculture by 2030. By enabling precise genetic changes, NGTs promise to boost crop resilience and yield. However, their current classification as GMOs poses significant regulatory challenges, sparking ongoing debates about effective oversight.

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Researchers are pushing for the inclusion of new genomic techniques (NGTs) in organic farming to help achieve the EU's ambitious target of 25% organic agriculture by 2030. By enabling precise genetic changes, NGTs promise to boost crop resilience and yield. However, their current classification as GMOs poses significant regulatory challenges, sparking ongoing debates about effective oversight.