Tag: Aquadvantage salmon

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the first genetically engineered animal approved for human consumption, AquAdvantage salmon, is as safe to eat and as nutritious as conventional Atlantic salmon. But is genetically modified salmon safe to eat and what science backs up this regulatory stance?

As of a recent statement in August 2023, Costco officially confirmed that it does not sell and has no intention of selling genetically modified (GM) salmon. This decision aligns the company with many other major retailers who have rejected the fast-growing AquAdvantage salmon developed by AquaBounty Technologies.

Whole Foods Market's quality standards state they do not sell genetically modified (GMO) seafood. This company policy covers all seafood, including salmon, ensuring that customers receive non-GMO products. This is in response to rising consumer demand for GMO-free food.

According to the FDA, only a few genetically engineered animals have been approved for consumption in the U.S., making the answer to which meat is GMO far more specific than commonly believed. While most conventional livestock consume feed from genetically modified crops, this does not make the meat itself genetically engineered. This guide will detail the handful of approved bioengineered animals and clarify the distinction between GMO-fed and GMO-engineered meat.