Is it possible to use genetics to change the flavours of food, for example producing an apple that tastes like

Question: Is it possible to use genetics to change the flavours of food, for example producing an apple that tastes like strawberries? And would the resultant product be safe to consume?
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  apple,
  flavours,
  genetics
Asked by 08mhook to James on 23 Jun 2011.
- James Hargreaves answered on 23 Jun 2011:
  
  hey 08mhook,
  Im no expert in genetics i am afraid. but i think its very possible to do. Scientists have already used genetics to change the shape or colour of things, I imagine they can do the same for taste.
  One of the other scientist who i work with has experience in this kind of thing. I will speak with him when I see him tommorrw and get back to you. 🙂

Question: Is it possible to use genetics to change the flavours of food, for example producing an apple that tastes like strawberries? And would the resultant product be safe to consume?