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Are Genetically Modified Salmon Safe to Eat? Unpacking the Science

Dec 12, 2025 •

3 min read

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?

Does Costco Sell Genetically Modified Salmon?

Dec 11, 2025 •

4 min read

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.