Thailand’s agriculture minister approves genome editing regulations

“This technology will help triple Thai farmers’ incomes in four years,” Rapibhat said.

The move puts Thailand in line with countries such as the US, Japan and Australia that have already implemented genome-editing technology in agriculture.

Critics, however, have raised questions about the potential long-term impacts on biodiversity and food security. The government plans to address these issues through strict regulatory measures and public awareness campaigns.

As Thailand positions itself as a “Seed Hub,” the global farming community is watching closely. If successful, this initiative could change the landscape of global food production and security.