Digging into GMOs: Mintel’s Megan Stanton

February 22, 2023

Food Regulations & Policy

Digging In with Megan Stanton

GMOs, long misunderstood as “great mysterious organisms”, have become sustainable solutions for world hunger. Dirt to Dinner connected with Megan Stanton, Associate Director of Mintel's Food and Drink division, to get the scoop on the latest consumer perceptions surrounding GMOs.

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Digging into GMOs: Mintel’s Megan Stanton

Dirt to Dinner talked with Megan Stanton of Mintel's Food & Drink division to hear why consumer perceptions on GMOs are changing.

Food Regulations & Policy

February 22, 2023

Digging In with Megan Stanton

GMOs, long misunderstood as “great mysterious organisms”, have become sustainable solutions for world hunger. Dirt to Dinner connected with Megan Stanton, Associate Director of Mintel's Food and Drink division, to get the scoop on the latest consumer perceptions surrounding GMOs.


Listen in as Megan shares her expert insights about the meaningful benefits of genetic modification that so often become misunderstood in popular culture. She discusses how bioengineered crops and foods have the potential to feed a growing population, the truth behind their sustainable and regenerative benefits, considerations for developing nations, and what should really come to mind when you see “GMO” or “bioengineered” on a label.

Based in Sydney, Megan joined Mintel in 2018 with over 26 years experience in the food and drink industry. As Associate Director of Mintel’s Food & Drink division, Megan’s expertise gives her unique insight into consumer demands, industry trends and key market developments across the protein sector. She also specializes in the Mintel Purchase Intelligence tool helping clients understand what drives consumers to purchase new product innovations.

Immediately prior to joining Mintel, Megan worked for the global flavor and fragrance company Givaudan where she managed the Oceania flavor portfolio team and connected industry-leading flavor technology with global macro trends. Megan holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Food Technology from The University of Western Sydney Hawkesbury, and a Graduate Certificate in Marketing from The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.