UK Farmers Assembly on New GM
22nd Feb 2021
The UK Government wants to deregulate genetically modified (GM) crops and animals. Genetic modification (originally known as genetic engineering and now rebranded as ‘gene editing’) is being promoted as an essential tool in the farmer’s…
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We call on supermarkets to show leadership on GMOs
10th Feb 2021
A joint letter signed by ORC asks retailers to refuse to stock products made from untested and unregulated genetically engineered plants and animals produced using a new technique called ‘gene editing’. Leaders from food, farming,…
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GMOs and gene editing in agriculture: the benefits of regulation
20th Jan 2021
How does organic & non-organic food and farming avoid contamination with GMOs? Why is it so relevant for food production that GMOs are regulated? Which disruptions can be expected from gene editing and new genetic engineering in general? These…
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Consultation on future of gene editing launched by Environment Secretary at Oxford Farming Conference
7th Jan 2021
Plans to consult on gene editing, which according to Defra 'could unlock substantial benefits to nature, the environment and help farmers with crops resistant to pests, disease or extreme weather and to produce healthier, more…
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First open source detection test for a gene-edited GM crop
7th Sep 2020
Greenpeace, together with other non-governmental organisations, non-GMO food associations and a food retailer, announced that the first-ever public detection method for a gene-edited crop has been successfully developed and published. The new research refutes claims…
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GM Freeze is facing closure – can you help?
16th Apr 2020
GM Freeze’s work is as vital as ever and needs support
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Govt must protect our right to grow and eat GM free
13th Jan 2015
EU vote opens the door to more GM crop approvals
Engineering Coexistence
16th Oct 2006
Living wih GM neighbours…
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EFORC GM coexistence response
16th Oct 2006
Living wih GM neighbours
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