China: Revised Draft Directive for Labeling of Agricultural Seeds Published for Comments

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China: Revised Draft Directive for Labeling of Agricultural Seeds Published for Comments
On January 4, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) published a revised “General Directive for Labeling of Agricultural Seeds (Draft for Comments).” The revised draft directive expands label content, requires a description of cultivation, and uses, and clarifies label requirements for genetically modified (GM) seeds and imported seeds. The directive serves as a mandatory national standard and applies to all crop seeds sold in the People's Republic of China (PRC). The deadline for submitting public comments on the revised draft is March 5, 2024. This report provides an unofficial translation of the revised draft directive.
Production & Sustainability, New Technologies, Exporting, Regulations & Requirements
East Asia and the Pacific, China
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