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What is Arctic Apple GMO?

„ArcticTM“ first Commercialized GM Apple ?Developed by Okanagan Specialty Fruits ?Reduced browning ?Approval in the US and in Canada ?Available in the US since 2017 as Golden Delicious, Granny Smith and Fuji Apples Genetically Modified Apple GMO - Update on Approval, Planting and Detection Next Generation GMOs

Can GMOs be used in organic production?

The NOP regulations prohibit the use of excluded methods (i.e., “GMOs”) in organic operations. If all aspects of the organic production or handling process were followed correctly, then the presence of a detectable residue from a genetically modified organism alone does not constitute a violation of this regulation.

What are the challenges of GMO medicinal products?

One of the major challenges is that GMO medicinal products have to comply with different laws: the GMO law that mainly focuses on the biosafety aspect and covers all GMOs (mainly genetically modified food and agriculture products); the drug law; and if genetically modified cells are concerned, tissue/cell and blood regulations.

Who is responsible for GMO approval in South Africa?

In South Africa DAFF is responsible for the GMO approval. Prior application publication in three newspapers is required. The applications need to cover the import and export, as well as release and the handling in the hospital.