26 Jan 2024 --- China has expanded its foray into genetically modified (GM) crops in a move to enhance food security. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MOA) recently approved the domestic production of a new batch of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), indicating a strategic shift toward self-reliance in food production and a reduction in import dependency.According to the 2023 Agricultural Genetically Modified Organisms Safety Certificate Approval List from MOA, China has authorized six additional varieties of genetically modified corn: two soybeans, one cotton, and two gene-edited soybean varieties for domestic production. This approval broadens the spectrum of GMO crops available for cultivation within the country.
