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ItalyItalian farmers create network to preserve heirloom seeds
In response to the EU's approval of gene-edited seeds, two Italian farmers have established a network dedicated to saving and preserving heirloom seeds.
Background
The European Union has been developing policies regarding agricultural biotechnology, including gene-edited crops. This has led to ongoing discussions among farmers, environmental groups, and policymakers about the future of farming practices and biodiversity.
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Italian farmers create network to preserve heirloom seeds
First report 3h agoLast update 3h agoThe initiative to preserve heirloom seeds is seen as a positive and necessary response to the EU's decision on gene-edited seeds, promoting biodiversity and traditional farming.
Italian farmers create network to preserve heirloom seeds after EU gene-edited seed approval
First report 3h agoLast update 3h agoFarmers are taking action to protect traditional seed varieties in response to new EU regulations on gene-edited seeds.
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