(Reuters) — China has approved the importation of eight genetically modified crops.
Bayer’s glyphosate-resistant alfalfa, J101, was first submitted for approval in July 2011, when it was owned by Monsanto. Its J163 alfalfa, also approved, was submitted more than 10 years ago.
China has also approved a Corteva Agriscience glyphosate-resistant canola, DP73496, first developed by DuPont Pioneer and submitted for approval in July 2012.
Two GMO sugar cane traits developed in Brazil were also approved, as well as a BASF herbicide-resistant cotton.
The crops were allowed to be imported for processing in China for the next five years.
China also approved the safety of domestically developed GM corn and soybean products for new regions of the country.
