AreaNigeria

Commodity GroupGrains

CommodityMaize

Date20/10/2021

Policy CategoryOther

Policy InstrumentGMO policy

DescriptionApproved the cultivation of a new maize variety (TELA maize) which resists fall armyworm, stem borers, and tolerates moderate drought. The GM certificate will be valid and in effect from 8 October 2021 to 5 October 2024.