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Canadian Rules for Gene Editing - Jennifer Hubert

Talking Biotech with Dr. Kevin Folta

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Navigating Regulatory Frameworks in Plant Breeding and Gene Editing

The chapter explores the regulatory landscape in Canada for plant breeding and gene editing, discussing the distinctions between traditional methods and gene editing, recent revisions in regulations, and the challenges of defining novelty in traits. It emphasizes the importance of clear guidelines, criteria for assessment by different agencies, and the need for a more tailored risk assessment approach based on crop biology.

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