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UK Unveils New Gene Editing Laws for Farmers

1/10/2025

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The UK government is set to unveil new legislation for gene editing in crop breeding by March, as announced by Defra secretary Steve Reed. This initiative, building on 2023's legislation, seeks to empower farmers to cultivate more resilient and nutritious crops. The All-Party Parliamentary Group is advocating for similar regulations for livestock, emphasizing the importance of agricultural innovation.

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The UK government is set to unveil new legislation for gene editing in crop breeding by March, as announced by Defra secretary Steve Reed. This initiative, building on 2023's legislation, seeks to empower farmers to cultivate more resilient and nutritious crops. The All-Party Parliamentary Group is advocating for similar regulations for livestock, emphasizing the importance of agricultural innovation.