Genetically modified soybeans are allowed in South Africa
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Last Update: 2002-01-25
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Source: Internet
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Author: User
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Introduction: South Africa has taken a big step in promoting the commercialization of genetically modified crops this year In recent years, genetically modified soybeans have been officially allowed to be planted in the country In addition to the first planting of genetically modified white jade rice this year, South African farmers recently planted 750 hectares of genetically modified soybeans in Mpumalanga, mainly for the production of animal feed Transgenic crops are the transfer of genes from one plant species to another in order to provide specific performance, such as drought resistance or resistance to certain pests People say scientific tests are inadequate, and genetically modified crops are likely to harm human health and cause environmental problems But for many years, South Africa has been importing GM soybeans from Argentina and the United States with special permission from the health and agriculture sectors, and this year began to produce and sell GM soybeans on its own A spokesman for Monsanto Africa said South African farmers now have the opportunity to experience the economic and environmental benefits of GM soybeans.
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