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Continued resistance to EU deregulation of new genetic engineering

The final approval of the EU deregulation for plants made from new genetic engineering (NGT) seemed like nothing but a mere formality. But there is further resistance and delays.

Constructive exchange between VLOG and German Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer

The German Association for Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) met with Federal Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer (CSU) to discuss the future of "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) in light of the upcoming EU deregulation for new genetic engineering (NGT).

Biofach 2026: "Ohne Gentechnik" and organic go hand in hand for GMO-free food

At this year's Biofach trade show in Nuremberg, Germany, the topic of GMO-free food was a particular focus in view of the upcoming EU deregulation for new genetic engineering (NGT).

USA: GMO labelling required also for highly processed food ingredients

A ruling by a U.S. appeals court calls for the extension of mandatory labelling to foods produced with genetically modified (GM) ingredients. Until now, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulation stipulated that foods without detectable genetically modified genetic material did not have to be labelled as genetically modified.

International Green Week 2026: "Non-GMO" is a hot topic

GMO-free food was an important topic at the International Green Week 2026: EU deregulation for new genetic engineering is in the final stages, and large posters that were hard to miss drew attention to the issue.

Greenpeace Check: How do German major retailers stand on genetic engineering?

Greenpeace has thoroughly questioned Aldi (North and South), Rewe, Lidl, Kaufland, Penny, Edeka and Netto about their approach to old and new genetic engineering – and found significant differences.

International Green Week: 45 organisations call for the retention of GMO labelling

In a joint resolution for the 2026 International Green Week, the Association Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) and a broad coalition are calling for the rejection of the planned new EU GMO regulations.

International Green Week: "Ohne GenTechnik" campaign enters second round

At the 2026 International Green Week, the second round of the "Do you know what you're eating?" campaign will raise awareness among food fair visitors of the politically topical issue of genetic engineering labelling and the "Ohne GenTechnik" (Non-GMO) seal.

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.

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“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.

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.

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