AreaChina (Mainland)
Commodity GroupOilseeds, oils and meals
CommoditySoybeans
Date01/07/2013
Policy CategoryTrade
Policy InstrumentGMO trade and marketing policies
DescriptionApproved for importation three varieties of genetically modified soybeans.
NotesCHINA GM soybean approval: Chinese officials announced the approval of three varieties of genetically modified soybeans for importation. The three pest resistant varieties (CV127, Intacta RR2 Pro and Liberty Link) are of particular interest to Brazil one of Chinas leading soybean suppliers. Based on Chinas approval, Brazilian farmers expected to start using the improved seed material for the forthcoming 2013/14 crop.
