non-GMO

[/nɑːn ˈdʒiːɛmoʊ/]
adjective
livre de organismos geneticamente modificados
1. not containing or derived from genetically modified organisms; produced without genetic engineering
This farm produces non-GMO vegetables that are certified by an independent organization.
Esta fazenda produz vegetais livres de organismos geneticamente modificados que são certificados por uma organização independente.
2. relating to food or agricultural products that have not been genetically engineered
Non-GMO labeling on food products helps consumers make informed choices.
A rotulagem de produtos livres de OGM ajuda os consumidores a fazer escolhas informadas.
The non-GMO movement gained significant traction in North America and Brazil during the 2000s-2010s. In Brazil, there is substantial agricultural debate around GMO vs. non-GMO crops, as Brazil is a major soybean producer. The term reflects consumer demand for transparency in food production and environmental consciousness. Certification labels are important marketing tools in both markets.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
GMO-freenon-modifiedconventionalnaturalorganic
Antonyms / Antônimos
GMOgenetically modifiedtransgenicengineered

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
livre de organismos geneticamente modificados / sem OGM
Most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
não transgênico / livre de transgênicos
Alternative term used in agricultural discussions
Portugal
sem organismos geneticamente modificados / isento de OGM
Portuguese European variant with slightly different phrasing

Related Words

GMOgenetically modified organismorganicnatural foodsbiotechnologycertification

Related Idioms & Phrases

non-GMO certification
non-GMO project verified
non-GMO label
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