Integration of AI into Plant Genetic Engineering Raises Critical Concerns

The integration of AI into genetic engineering (generative AI) raises concerns that plants with unsafe and undesirable traits may be engineered and released into the environment. […]

Mexico’s Ban on GM Corn Cultivation Constitutionally Approved

Mexico has banned the planting of GM corn in order to protect its vast diversity of corn, which is central to its culture and identity. […]

Court of Appeal Halts Government Promotion of GMOs in Landmark Ruling

The Kenya Court of Appeal has blocked the Kenyan government from importing genetically modified organisms into the country […]

Significant Insect Resistance Detected in GM Maize with Two Bt Proteins in South Africa

High levels of resistance to two Bt proteins in GM maize of the African stem borer have been detected in three production regions in South Africa. […]

Only Politics Can End World Hunger

History has shown us again and again that, so long as inequality goes unchecked, no amount of technology can ensure people are well fed. […]

GM microorganisms: a new global environmental disaster in the making?

This report highlights the risks of GM microbes, particularly their their high capacity for uncontrolled spread, transfer of genetic material, and rapid evolutionary changes. […]

Aarhus Convention’s amendment on public participation in GMO decision-making to enter into force

Ukraine has ratified the amendment on public participation in decisions on the deliberate release into the environment and placing on the market of genetically modified organisms (GMO amendment) to the UNECE Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters (Aarhus Convention). This ratification triggers the entry into force of the GMO amendment, which will become effective on 20 April 2025. […]

How Agroecology Can Transform Food Systems and Advance Farmers’ Autonomy

Agroecology is a solution which can transform food systems and enhance producers’ autonomy, while mitigating environmental and social consequences. […]

AquaBounty Shuts Down GE Salmon Operations Following Widespread Rejection

Company producing first ever commercialized GE Salmon shuts down operations following rejection by largest food retailers, food service companies and court challenges in the US and Canada. […]

Study Shows Liver and Kidney Damage in Rats Consuming GM Soybean Oil

A feeding study has shown that a 90-day diet of ten percent GM soybean oil results in signs of kidney and liver damage in rats. […]