Vietnam to grow genetically-modified corn

Vietnam intends to plant genetically-modified corn in 2011 after successfully completing an experimental project.

The Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Bui Ba Bong, said the project showed that genetically-modified corn can adapt to the weather and land in these areas.

It also showed that this corn is resistant to pests, diseases and could help Vietnam reduce it imports of maize for making animal fodder.

Vietnam produces between 1.1-1.2 million tons of maize a year while it needs 1.5 million tons.

The genetically-modified corn will be planted on a large scale from 2011, if it passes a final test, said Bong.

Vietnam to grow genetically-modified corn, Tuoitre news, September  21, 2010.

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