Respite is likely to come to those looking to initiate trials in genetically-modified crops as an important clause requiring state approval for conducting GM trials is likely to be revoked. This was confirmed by a source from the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee [...] Groups like ABLE-AG (Association of Biotech Led Enterprises-Agriculture Group) have been opposing this clause in the upcoming GEAC guidelines, which makes it mandatory to seek prior permission from the states for trial of GM crops.