'Superfood' purple tomato developed in UK now on sale in US
The genetically-modified fruit created at the John Innes Centre has received regulatory approval in America - but cannot be sold in the UK.
The genetically-modified fruit created at the John Innes Centre has received regulatory approval in America - but cannot be sold in the UK.
Genetically engineering crops has been criticised for potential harm for humans and the environment, but top scientists say it is safe.
They had hoped for rows of super-crops but the reality of genetic modification is the sight of horticulture behind high security.