Today, The Kingdom of Hyrule has enacted a Law banning the sale and consumption of Genetically Modified Plants and Animals. Being caught in the practice is a fine of 500 Rupees and the removal of farming licences. "This is considered animal cruelty" said Queen Zelda. "Not only it is cruel for animals, it is unhealthy for the people of the Kingdom and there is no need for it". This comes as a study from the Hyrule Institute of Technology Health Department show that consumption of Genetically Modified foods can cause birth defects, autism, and other instances.