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Gene-edited browning-resistant bananas move closer to British supermarket shelves

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Gene-edited bananas that resist browning could soon transform fruit consumption and reduce waste in British households.

Agricultural biotechnology company Tropic has developed a gene-edited banana that resists browning after being peeled or sliced. The fruit maintains its fresh appearance, taste, and texture, potentially reducing food waste and simplifying the preparation of prepackaged meals. These novel bananas are now advancing toward commercial availability for shoppers in the United Kingdom.

The biotechnology firm responsible for the development is based in Norwich.
The fruit retains its yellow color long after slicing without altering its original flavor or texture.
The innovation aims to address household food waste and improve the convenience of adding bananas to prepackaged foods.

Timeline

Sep 28Tropic announced the development of gene-edited bananas that maintain their fresh yellow color after being peeled and sliced.
Sep 29Reports highlighted that the browning-resistant fruit could soon appear in British supermarkets and help reduce food waste.

Why it matters

Banana browning is caused by enzymatic oxidation, which leads to significant food waste in households and commercial food production. Developing varieties that resist discoloration can extend shelf life and improve the commercial viability of prepackaged fruit products.

What outlets agree on

Agricultural biotechnology company Tropic has created gene-edited bananas that do not turn brown after slicing, bringing the fruit closer to supermarket shelves in the United Kingdom.

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