Gene editing debate: T&G CEO calls for calm conversation

Gene editing debate: T&G CEO calls for calm conversation
Genetic modifications have been controversial but could help improve NZ's produce. (Image: NZME)
Riley Kennedy
“Calm considered adult conversation."Gareth Edgecombe believes this is needed as New Zealand prepares to lift the blanket ban on gene editing and modification.The chief executive of T&G Global said it was important to reach a balanced outcome that identifies the differences in sciences that have not existed in the past.“Take those tools and, with care, move through that to take advantage to unlock the potential for New Zealand.”Legislation to end the blanket ban on gene editing and genetic modification outside a lab i...

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