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Possible new EU regulations: Will GMO-free products soon be recognisable only by a seal?

If the agreement reached today in Brussels on new genetic engineering (NGT) were actually implemented, GMO-free foods would in the future only be reliably recognisable by an "Ohne GenTechnik" (Non-GMO) or organic seal. However, the European Parliament and Member States can still prevent this.

Maintaining GMO labelling: Businesses write urgent letter to MEPs

In an open letter, the German businesses REWE, dm, Alnatura, dennree and Rapunzel call on MEPs Manfred Weber, Jessica Polfjärd and Stefan Köhler (all EPP) to retain the full labelling requirement also for new genetic engineering.

If labelling requirements were abolished: Majority would pay attention to "Ohne Gentechnik" seal

58 percent of consumers in Germany would pay attention to a "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) seal when shopping if genetically modified foods no longer had to be labelled in future. This was the result of a representative survey commissioned by VLOG.

“Ohne GenTechnik” seal complies with new EU requirements on consumer protection

The EU wants to prevent “greenwashing” and misleading consumers with false environmental claims. A legal opinion shows that the “Ohne GenTechnik” (Non-GMO) seal already meets the new requirements.

International Non-GMO Summit on 13 May 2026 in Frankfurt

How will the "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) sector deal with new genetic engineering (NGT) in GMO-free feed and food chains?

Traces of genetic engineering found in maize sample during official seed testing

Genetically modified maize was detected in a seed sample in the German Free State of Saxony. The seed batch from France was destroyed before sowing.

Denmark wants to push through GMO deregulation in 2025

Although there was no decisive breakthrough in the third round of "trilogue" negotiations on the planned EU deregulation of new genetic engineering (NGT), the current Danish Presidency is determined to reach an agreement in 2025.

Strong signal: Non-GM Soy Conference in Frankfurt

The Non-GM Soy Conference 2025 has clearly shown that the European Non-GMO sector is strong, active and vital. Robust standards and reliable certification systems remain crucial to ensure trust, transparency, and stability in volatile markets.

One in two people are familiar with the "Ohne GenTechnik" seal

Just over half of people in Germany are familiar with the "Ohne GenTechnik" (Non-GMO) seal. With 52 percent, the green diamond ranks in the middle of the pack in terms of seal awareness.

New VLOG service on EU experimental releases and the Rapid Alert System

38 approved experimental releases with genetically modified plants in seven European countries, 34 reports in the RASFF rapid alert system: VLOG provides information on the risks of GMO contamination for "Ohne Gentechnik" value chains.

Constructive exchange between VLOG and State Secretary for Agriculture Markus Schick

During a dialogue at the German Ministry of Agriculture, the Association for Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) was able to convey the economic importance of "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) to State Secretary Prof Dr Dr Markus Schick and explain what is important for the industry in the upcoming new EU GMO regulations.

Campaign launched for the "Ohne GenTechnik" seal: Do you know what you're eating?

The Association for Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) has launched a Germany-wide campaign to increase consumer awareness of the "Ohne GenTechnik" (Non-GMO) seal.

Appeal to the Minister of Agriculture: The industry needs strong GMO regulations!

The food industry continues to need strong, reliable regulations for labelling and coexistence for new genetic engineering (NGT). The industry addressed this message directly to the German Minister of Agriculture, Alois Rainer (CSU), at the Anuga food fair in Cologne.

Husbandry tier 3 for pork: Two thirds still GMO-free

Animal husbandry labelling originally required GMO-free feed from tier 3 onwards. For pork, 22 of the 35 animal welfare labels at this level still maintain this claim, as a research conducted in the run-up to the Anuga 2025 food fair revealed.

Husbandry tier and "Ohne Gentechnik": Please show both labels!

The animal husbandry tier includes also criteria for GMO-free animal feed. However, most consumers are unaware of this and would like to see an additional "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) label. This is shown by a research conducted in the run-up to the Anuga 2025 food fair.

Anuga 2025: New genetic engineering – What is in store for "Ohne Gentechnik" and organic products?

The new genetic engineering regulation will be a topic of debates at Anuga 2025. On the opening day of the food fair, experts from the food industry, associations and the legal sector will debate the challenges ahead in a panel discussion.

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