Bolivia: Soybeans Bolivia Adopts Biotechnology

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The Government of Bolivia approved two new genetically engineered events for soybeans in April 2019. Previously, the only approved GE event in Bolivia was glyphosate-resistant soybean. The Government of Bolivia is also considering approving the use of biotechnology for corn and cotton. Bolivian soybean production in calendar year (CY) 2019 is estimated at 2.4 million tons (MMT).

Bolivia: Soybeans Bolivia Adopts Biotechnology

New Technologies, Production & Sustainability
Western Hemisphere, Bolivia
Oilseeds, Soybeans

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