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Is GMO alfalfa banned?

GMO alfalfa is permitted by the US FDA. Several countries restrict, warning-label, or have reviewed it for safety concerns. The US has more lenient additive rules than the EU, UK, Canada, and Japan, which is why this ingredient remains widely used here.

Why GMO alfalfa is flagged

EU restricts GMO cultivation; enters the food chain via animal products.

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