Tag: Arctic apple

According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), no fresh genetically modified fruits or vegetables are available for sale in Australia. This confirms that the apples you purchase from Australian supermarkets and grocers are not genetically modified.

According to the FDA, it is very likely you are already eating products with ingredients from GMO crops, as many staples like cornstarch and soybean oil come from genetically modified plants. This article will explore specific examples of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) that you likely encounter in your daily diet, helping to demystify what is an example of a GMO you eat.

The first genetically engineered produce on the US market was the Flavr Savr™ tomato in 1994, which was engineered for a longer shelf life. Decades later, navigating the grocery aisles means understanding *what fruits are bioengineered* and what that means for your nutrition diet.