The European Union has moved to relax regulations governing genetically modified foods. Under the new framework, products altered through gene-editing techniques may be sold without special labelling — a significant shift in Europe’s traditionally cautious approach to GMOs. The loosened rules also extend to feed crops, removing many previous requirements. However, some regulatory guardrails will remain in place. The decision is likely to intensify an already heated debate across the continent about consumer choice, food safety, and agricultural innovation.
Walter Murrow
June 17, 2026
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