The EU gives the green light to NGTs
June 17, 2026, marks a milestone for our sector. The European Parliament has endorsed
the new regulatory framework for New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), recognizing their
potential to accelerate the development of crops that are more resilient to climate change,
diseases, and environmental stresses.
New opportunities for viticulture
For the viticulture sector, this decision opens important opportunities: we will have the
chance to strengthen sustainability, reduce dependency on inputs and support the long-
term resilience of vineyards while preserving quality and productivity.
EdiVite welcomes this milestone
At EdiVite, we welcome this milestone as a positive signal for science-based innovation in
agriculture. Genome editing technologies offer powerful tools to address some of the most
pressing challenges facing grapevine cultivation today, from emerging pathogens to
increasingly variable climatic conditions.
Innovation, sustainability, and scientific excellence must work together to build the future of
viticulture.