European Union: European Commission Authorizes two GE Crops for Import

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European Union: European Commission Authorizes two GE Crops for Import

On May 19, 2022, the European Commission (EC) approved two genetically engineered (GE) crops (1 soybean and 1 corn/maize) for food and animal feed. The two authorizations were published in the European Union’s Official Journal on May 20, 2022, and they remain valid for 10 years.

Production & Sustainability
Europe and Eurasia, European Union
Grains, Feeds and Fodders, Corn, Oilseeds, Soybeans

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