I support this policy

Genetic Modification is simply something that humans have done since the First Agricultural Revolution 10,000 years through cross breeding and cross pollination - gene editing is just the next step.
Given the increasing focus on climate change, genetic modification just seems like a solution to grow crops with less irrigation; hardier to disease and pests; and increase abundance.
Science and technology has always been the driving factor behind human development, so why not continue to invest in it to find solutions to human problems.

I started my degree in molecular biology back in 2001. The difference in the things that can be done then and now if completely amazing and I agree that we really need to relook at theregulations regarding genetic modification technology. I have actually spent the last 9 years in Canada because 1) There are few jobs in this field in NZ and 2) The is so much restrictions on the usage of the technology.

100% support your gene editing policy changes. As a scientist, I feel NZ is miles behind with our research due to current legislation.

I am a Horticultural consultant and business mentor, (with an Agricultural background). I strongly support gene editing. We could have grasses that produce the same dry matter with less water and nutrients. We could have more pest & disease resistant cultivars. If you haven't read 'Seeds of Science' by Mark Lynas I suggest you do. He is a recipient of the science writer award for his book 'Six Degrees' on climate change - but 'Seeds of Science is better'. Politicians world wide are holding us back.
Bill Brett

NZ should revisit the ban on GMOs it is a useful set of tools with valid applications.