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Genetically engineered eggplant known as Bt eggplant has been approved for food or feed consumption by the Philippine Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI).

Golden Rice Now Approved for Commercial Planting in the Philippines

The Philippines has approved Golden Rice, a rice variety genetically engineered to contain additional levels of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A. The Philippine Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) announced that a biosafety permit for propagating the Golden Rice has been issued on July 21, 2021.

Gene Drive Regulations to Evolve as the Technology Advances -Experts

Gene drive is a rapidly emerging technology with promising benefits that can help mitigate animal plagues and vector-borne diseases, but it is a challenge for regulatory bodies around the world to keep up with it. While existing regulations are helpful and can be adopted to tailor fit this new technology, experts say that there are plenty of opportunities to develop sustainable regulations for gene drives.

Study Reveals Gene Involved in Stem Rust Resistance in Wheat

Researchers from CSIRO, together with 2Blades Foundation, reported a gene in the stem rust fungus that triggers resistance in the host plant, providing a clue for scientists to develop disease-resistant wheat varieties. Their findings are published in Nature Plants.

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