New Genomic Techniques Regulation

Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on plants obtained by certain new genomic techniques and their food and feed, and amending Regulation (EU) 2017/625

Stage: In force
In force: In force since 16 Jul 2026 · CELEX 32026R1388
Procedure: Regulation
Last activity: 17 Jun 2026

1 act

Delegated and implementing acts beneath it

By status: 1 planned.

Act	Kind	Status	Adoption
Plants obtained by new genomic techniques: applications for category 2 plants and their products	Implementing · Regulation	Planned	Q1 2028

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The regulation establishes a distinct legal framework for plants produced by targeted mutagenesis and cisgenesis (NGTs), exempting category 1 NGT plants from GMO directive requirements while maintaining traceability and labeling for category 2 plants. It affects the agri-food sector, plant breeders, food and feed producers, and national competent authorities.

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