UK Introduces Legislation Supportive of Precision Breeding
October 2, 2024| |
“This Government recognizes that food security is national security. That is why today we are introducing legislation to unlock precision breeding to boost Britain's food security, support nature's recovery and protect farmers from climate shocks,” said Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs Daniel Zeichner, during the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London. This statement was quoted in the press release on new laws that support precision breeding technology posted on the UK Government's website.
Products of precision breeding, such as tomatoes with higher levels of vitamin D and sugar beet with less need for pesticides, are currently in research trials. With the new legislation, the products will be rolled out across the country, helping the farmers produce more with less inputs, contributing to food security, and making sure that the UK holds a leading position in agri-food innovation globally. The new legislation also provides support to small and medium enterprises and boosting investment.
“With these measures, our agriculture sector will be at the forefront of innovation across the world,” MP Zeichner stressed.
Read the press release for more information.
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