Proposal P1055 - Definitions for gene technology and new breeding techniques (1st Call for Submissions)

FSANZ has assessed a proposal prepared to revise and update the definitions in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code for ‘food produced using gene technology’ and ‘gene technology’ to make them clearer and to better reflect existing and emerging genetic technologies, including new breeding techniques. Pursuant to section 72 of the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act), FSANZ now calls for submissions to assist further consideration of the Proposal.