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Are apples genetically modified in Australia? The definitive answer

Jan 8, 2026 •

4 min read

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.

Is apple natural or manmade? Unpacking the origins of a common fruit

Dec 20, 2025 •

4 min read

Archaeological evidence suggests that apple cultivation began thousands of years ago in Central Asia. This means the answer to the question, is apple natural or manmade?, is a complex 'both', with the supermarket fruits we recognize today being overwhelmingly shaped by human hands.