AreaUnited States of America
Commodity GroupOilseeds, oils and meals
CommodityGM crops
Date01/08/2019
Policy CategoryOther
Policy InstrumentGMO policy
DescriptionAuthorized the commercialization of a rapeseed variety rich in omega-3 fatty acids and a drought-tolerant soybean variety developed in Argentina.
NotesThe USDA approved the commercialization of drought-tolerant soybean variety HB4 developed in Argentina. The authorization follows approvals in Argentina and Brazil, while approval is still pending in China the worlds leading soybean importer (see also MPPU May15 & July19). Furthermore, USDA also granted the approval to cultivate a rapeseed variety that produces omega-3 fatty acids and as such can help reduce the aquaculture industrys reliance on fish oil-based feed (see also MPPU Oct.18).
