New labelling rules for gene-edited food approved

RNZNZ HeraldTuesday 5 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Food produced using new breeding techniques, such as gene editing, will no longer require a genetically modified label if no new DNA was introduced. This follows updated definitions within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 5 Aug 2025, 6:43pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 21 hours
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