European Parliament passes law to fast-track approval of gene-edited crops
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Erik Stokstad
Summary
The European Parliament has passed a law allowing expedited approval of gene-edited crops, bypassing the rigorous review required for traditional transgenic (GMO) varieties. This marks a significant regulatory shift in Europe, long advocated for by scientists and seed companies who hope it will accelerate adoption of gene-edited crops for sustainable agriculture. The vote is seen as a landmark decision for science and innovation in European agriculture.
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