New genomic techniques: Council and Parliament strike a deal

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On December the 4th the European Council has reached a provisional agreement with the European Parliament on a set of rules that establish a legal framework for new genomic techniques (NGTs).

The regulation aims to improve the competitiveness of the agrifood sector and ensure a level playing field for European operators, while boosting food security and reducing external dependencies. The regulation ensures robust protection for human and animal health, as well as the environment, while contributing to EU sustainability goals.

You can read the complete official statement on the website of the European Council.

Source: European Council

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