Area
China (Mainland)
Commodity Group
Oilseeds, oils and meals
Commodity
Soybeans
Date
01/01/2021
Policy Category
Other
Policy Instrument
Seed & GMO policies
Description
Announced plans to issue biosafety certificates for the domestic cultivation of a locally developed soybean variety modified genetically to resist specific herbicides.
Notes
CHINA GMO policy: In January, Chinas Agricultural and Rural Affairs Ministry informed that it was ready to issue biosafety certificates for domestic cultivation of a locally developed soybean variety modified genetically (GM) to resist glufosate- and glufosinate-based herbicides. Reportedly, several additional steps are required before farmers will be allowed to plant the new GM crop. (See also MPPU Mar.20)
