Tag: Aquabounty

In 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved AquAdvantage salmon, the first genetically engineered animal for human consumption, after extensive review determined it was safe and effective. This decision enabled commercial production of a product with a unique set of benefits for the aquaculture industry and potentially for the environment.

In 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved AquaBounty's AquAdvantage Salmon, the first genetically engineered (GE) animal for human consumption. This controversial milestone has since sparked a global discussion on whether genetically engineered salmon offers significant advantages over its conventional counterparts, impacting consumers, farmers, and the environment.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved AquaBounty's AquAdvantage Salmon in 2015, making it the first genetically engineered animal for human consumption. This decision sparked public debate and prompted a simple yet important question: Are genetically modified salmon safe to eat?

In 2024, the sole producer of genetically modified (GM) salmon in North America, AquaBounty, ceased production, meaning that currently, no GM salmon is being farmed or sold in the U.S. or Canada. This provides clarity, but many consumers still wonder which salmon is not GMO, requiring a deeper understanding of labeling and sourcing.