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An introduction to gene editing
11th April 2022 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
An introduction to gene editing including what this means for gardeners and growers in terms of seeds, plant materials and contamination by Lawrence Woodward, OBE, Beyond GM.
This Zoom event organised by South East Essex Organic Gardeners (SEEOG) covers the following:
– briefly what gene editing is and the threat it poses to organic farming, growing and food, plus mentioning why some people think it might help with sustainability
– update on regulation status, field trials and the government’s undemocratic approach
– what this means for gardeners and growers in terms of seeds, plant materials and contamination
– and, if there is time, talk about how genome science is giving some insights into how wholistic systems may actually be working.
Suggested minimum donation: £2.00
For further information, and link, please ring/message 07967 851521; email caroleshorney@hotmail.com
Join us for this fascinating event, an introduction to gene editing, to find out what this means for gardeners and growers. What does gene editing really mean for the future?