Jordan: Biotechnology and Other New Production Technologies Annual

Jordan does not commercially produce genetically engineered (GE) crops or animals and lacks a dedicated biosafety regulatory framework. Jordan prohibits GE crops intended for environmental release and foods containing unapproved GE traits. A 2020 regulation sets the rules for importing food products derived from GE substances. Jordan's livestock sector depends on imported corn, soybeans, soybean meal, and other corn by-products, which often originate from GE-producing countries. Developments reported in 2026 include Jordan's National Seed Bank operating results, mutation-breeding research, and publication of consumer-attitude toward GE products. This report covers information available through October 5, 2026.