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Gen Zs lead call for gene edited crops

New survey reveals sustainability and environmental benefits are key drivers for young consumers

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British Sugar says gene editing will help farming become more sustainable and environmentally friendly
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British Sugar says gene editing will help farming become more sustainable and environmentally friendly

Almost 70% of surveyed adults say they support gene editing to create a sustainable and resilient future for British farming, a new study has revealed. The recent study conducted by British Sugar,...

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