"New genomic techniques, such as gene editing, are breeding methods used to change a small part of the genetic material of an animal, plant or microbes (such as yeast or bacteria). They don't require the insertion of foreign genetic material, or DNA, from another species. This makes them different to older techniques used to create genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which involve inserting foreign genetic material into an organism to create a hybrid."
"The framework exempts many NGT plants from the bloc's strict regulations surrounding genetically modified (GM) crops and foods. It also allows for the easing of rules on foods modified with new genomic techniques, allowing such products to be sold in the future in supermarkets without special labeling. Patents had been one of the main sticking points in negotiations, with the European Parliament originally calling for a patent ban to stop privatization of NGTs and protect farmers rights to freely use them."
New genomic techniques (NGTs), including gene editing, change small parts of genetic material in plants, animals, or microbes without inserting foreign DNA. They differ from older GMO methods that insert foreign genetic material to create hybrids. The EU framework exempts many NGT plants from strict GMO regulations and eases rules on foods modified by NGTs, allowing future supermarket sales without special labeling. The framework permits patents on NGTs except for traits or sequences occurring in nature or produced by biological means. Farmers retain the right to save and replant seeds. The approach aims to boost competitiveness, food security, and reduce non-EU dependency.
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