Embracing New Genomic Techniques (NGTs): European Parliament's Progressive Vote The European Parliament adopted a position on the European Commission proposal regarding New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) on 7th February 2024. MEPs supported the new rules, agreeing that NGT plants comparable to naturally occurring varieties or varieties that are produced by conventional breeding techniques and their progeny obtained by conventional breeding techniques, should be exempted from the strict requirements of GMO legislation.The European Parliament emphasises the critical role of the breeder's exemption in promoting agricultural innovation and
