Global seed giants Monsanto and DuPont have urged the introduction of a transparent genetically-modified (GM) crop approvals process in China. The call came after Chinese officials approved four more GMO crops for import, but left two others on the waiting list pending approval. China has previously held back approvals amid concerns about anti-GM sentiment in the country. Monsanto called for a science-based and transparent regulatory approval process to let new products reach Chinese growers, while DuPont said global markets should be free from political influence.
Global seed giants Monsanto and DuPont have urged the introduction of a transparent genetically-modified (GM) crop approvals process in China. The call came after Chinese officials approved two more GMO crops for import, but left four others on the waiting list pending approval. China has previously held back approvals amid concerns about anti-GM sentiment in the country. Monsanto called for a science-based and transparent regulatory approval process to let new products reach Chinese growers, while DuPont said global markets should be free from political influence.