Gene editing provides the potential to solve challenges the society is facing in human health, food production and agriculture. “It’s clear that the full potential of gene editing can only be realized if we can earn public trust,” said Amy te Plate-Church, Center for Food Integrity Coalition for Responsible Gene Editing in Agriculture. “The first gene-edited foods that are introduced in the market will set the stage for all the rest,” she said during a webinar. “The initial headlines that come out will be under considerable conversation.”
