China: GE Soybean and Corn Variety Standards Issued

On June 8, 2022, China’s National Crop Variety Registration Committee (NCVRC) published “National Registration Standards for Genetically Engineered Soybean Varieties (Trial)” and “National Registration Standards for Genetically Engineered Corn Varieties (Trial)” with immediate effect. The standards closely adhere to draft versions originally released on December 6, 2021. This report provides an unofficial translation of the standards.