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flag New Zealand’s BioGro urges stronger gene tech laws to protect organic farmers and the country’s GE-free reputation.

flag New Zealand’s BioGro, the country’s largest organic certifier, is urging the government to strengthen the proposed Gene Technology Bill to protect landowners, organic farmers, and the nation’s GE-free reputation. flag The bill, under review by Parliament’s Health Select Committee, aims to modernize gene technology regulation but raises concerns over unintended contamination from pollen drift, potentially leading to liability for farmers who did not consent to or plant genetically engineered crops. flag BioGro warns this could jeopardize organic certification, harm export markets reliant on New Zealand’s clean, transparent production standards, and undermine property rights and Māori stewardship values. flag The organization calls for clear liability protections and stronger safeguards to ensure innovation does not compromise environmental integrity or consumer trust.

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