Arctic Apple

• B.C. Fruit Growers want to block Canadian sales of Arctic Apple

  The BC Fruit Growers Association doesn't want to see the genetically modified Arctic Apple on grocery store shelves in Canada.

  Jan 31, 2016
  
• Dozens March Against Monsanto in Kelowna

  Waving hand-drawn signs and yelling chants, protestors are calling for more protection of food supplies as well as awareness of what they say are harmful impacts of genetically modified foods like the Arctic Apple.

  May 23, 2015
  
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• Genetically modified ‘Arctic Apple’ approved by Health Canada

  After more than three years waiting for approval, the Okanagan’s Arctic Apple now has the green light to hit store shelves in Canada.

  Consumer

  Mar 21, 2015
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• Sold! for $41-million; company behind Arctic Apple cashes in

  Okanagan Specialty Fruits will receive $31-million dollars in Intrexon stocks, and ten million dollars in cash for the deal.

  Feb 27, 2015
• Teenage activist meets with Health Canada to discuss GMO labelling

  15-year-old Rachel Parent met with Health Canada officials Wednesday to discuss GMOs, labelling and the approval process.

  Environment

  Feb 25, 2015
• WATCH: Arctic Apple criticized by GMO opponents

  We've been eating genetically modified foods for years, most of us not giving it a second thought.

  May 27, 2014
• BC Fruit Growers’ Association concerned about non-browning GMO apple

  A new variety is raising serious concerns about genetic modification in the local apple industry.

  Feb 16, 2014
• Arctic Apple fight heating up

  The Arctic Apple is a first of its kind. What makes it unique, it doesn't brown after it is sliced open.

  Nov 17, 2013