The European Parliament and EU member state governments announced late Wednesday that they have reached an agreement on the development of plants created using new genomic techniques (NGTs), paving the way for the next generation of gene-edited crops in European agriculture.
NGTs—referred to by critics as “new GMOs”—allow scientists to modify a plant’s genome without introducing DNA from other species, distinguishing them from earlier generations of genetically modified organisms.
Industry groups and primary-sector organisations strongly support the adoption of these techniques, arguing they are essential for developing crop varieties that are more resilient to climate change and more resistant to weeds.
The agreement marks a significant step in the EU’s broader strategy to strengthen food security, accelerate innovation, and support farmers facing increasingly unpredictable environmental pressures.
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