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"Ohne Gentechnik" Conference VLOG .:. Forum on 3 July 2025 in Berlin

This year's VLOG .:. Forum 2025 trade conference organised by the German Association for Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) will take place in Berlin on 3 July 2025. The aganda includes first-hand updates and debates on all things "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO).

The European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) turns 5!

Exactly five years ago, the European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) was founded in Brussels. Since then, it has developed into a strong and important voice for the Non-GMO industry on the EU level.

Deliberate circumvention of risk assessment for NGT plants with ChatGPT

With the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it has been possible to develop an insecticidal NGT maize/corn plant that could be released without risk assessment under current EU plans. This shows that there must be no exceptions to risk assessment, even for new genetic engineering (NGT).

DARWIN Report highlights national differences in the regulation of NGTs

Approaches to regulating products obtained through new genetic engineering techniques (NGT) vary around the world. This affects the international commodity trade.

Bundestag debate: New coalition disagrees on genetic engineering

The new German Black-Red government is also divided on the issue of genetic engineering. During a debate in the Bundestag (Parliament), the SPD argued in favour of compulsory labelling, while the CDU opposed it. The CSU oscillated in between.

Start of trilogue negotiations on the regulation of new genetic engineering

Representatives of the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Council of Ministers began negotiations on the regulation of new genetic engineering (NGT) in Strasbourg on 6 May 2025. A background paper by the European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) shows that consistent labelling of old and new genetic engineering would be possible.

Expert opinion: Planned deregulation of genetic engineering would violate international law

The EU Commission's deregulation plans for new genetic engineering (NGT) violate the "Cartagena Protocol". This is the conclusion of a legal opinion by international law expert Silja Vöneky on behalf of the German Ministry of Agriculture (BMEL).

Non-GMO Summit Brazil 2025: Cooperation from soy cultivation to the store counter

The Non-GMO Summit Brazil proved to be an important event for strengthening the "Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) sector in Brazil. VLOG was one of several supporters of the event.

New cooperation between VLOG and ZKHL simplifies the seal usage

With immediate effect, VLOG is taking over the tasks of a co-operating inspection system for the ZKHL for assigning the "Good Products from German Agriculture" label of origin. This significantly reduces the workload for businesses.

Agriculture Ministers' Conference: Several German states want to abolish GMO labelling

A number of German Länder are explicitly calling for the labelling requirement for new genetic engineering in food to be abolished. This is a slap in the face for consumers and the food industry.

Bundestag election 2025: What genetic engineering policy will Germany have?

A look at the German Parliament (Bundestag) election programmes shows what the parties have in mind when it comes to genetic engineering. Agriculture Minister Özdemir reaffirms his commitment to transparency and freedom of choice. Organisations critical of genetic engineering launch an email campaign to coincide with the election.

International Green Week 2025: "Ohne Gentechnik" discussed

"Ohne Gentechnik" (Non-GMO) and new genetic engineering were the topics of discussion at the 2025 International Green Week in Berlin. The German Association Food without Genetic Engineering (VLOG) used the trade show for talks with politicians and other stakeholders.

More field trials with plants from New Genetic Engineering in Europe

The number of experimental releases with plants from new genetic engineering (NGT) in Europe is increasing. In the UK, genetic engineering regulations have been largely deregulated and there are hardly any restrictions. Meanwhile, the EU Parliament has voted against new GMO import authorisations.