The Organic & Non-GMO Report Newsletter

Gene-edited leafy greens hyped to consumers as a “more appetizing” alternative

In early 2023, consumers will be pitched gene-edited mustard greens with transparent labeling. North Carolina startup Pairwise, founded in 2017, uses genome editing technology that the company claims to increase the “appeal” of fresh vegetables and fruits. In this case, the gene editing is intended to remove the bitter, strong-smelling quality of mustard leaves. The […]

New study debunks claims that glyphosate-tolerant GMO crops help mitigate climate change

Glyphosate-tolerant crops increase tillage intensity, greenhouse gas emissions in U.S. corn and soybeans as weeds develop resistance to glyphosate—study Proponents of GMO crops have claimed that glyphosate-tolerant GMO corn and soybeans reduce tillage ploughing, which helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and thereby helps to mitigate climate change. A new study published in Nature blows holes in that […]

Mexico fights to remain GMO-free in the face of U.S. agribusiness pressure

U.S. non-GMO farmers say they can help meet Mexico’s need for non-GMO corn Last October, Mexico took a strong stand for biodiversity and sent a stinging rebuke to the multi-billion-dollar biotechnology/pesticide industry. The country’s Supreme Court unanimously denied four appeals that biotech companies had filed against a 2013 judicial decision that prohibited them from planting […]

Organic farm is first in Mexico to receive Regenerative Organic Certification

Year-round organic food supplier Campos Borquez is now certified by the Regenerative Organic Alliance and holds Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC). CEO Pablo Borquez, whose family farmed when the previous Green Revolution was considered “sustainable,” says that today, sustainable farming is defined by regenerative agriculture practices. “Times have changed…we feel proud …to be part of this movement.” ROC has three […]

Ramping up regenerative agriculture at General Mills

Education on and implementation of regenerative practices on 1 million acres and continuing to link results to its food brands reflect General Mills’ commitment to sustainability. Monitored greenhouse gases actually increased 2%—due to supply chain disruptions leading to transportation inefficiency. Since over 90% of GHG emissions are not related to company activities but are upstream, […]