Chile: The global area planted with genetically modified organisms exceeds 202 million hectares

Published 2023년 6월 5일

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The global area planted with genetically modified organics (GMOs) in crops has surpassed 202 million hectares, according to a report by AgrobioInvestor GM Monitor. The most widely cultivated GMO crops are soybean, corn, cotton, and canola, with soybean being the leader. The adoption of GMOs is ascribed to their benefits such as increased productivity, pest and disease resistance, reduced use of pesticides and herbicides, and improved food quality. The largest areas of cultivation are in North and South America, with Chile holding the potential to develop its own GMO varieties. The process of developing GMOs involves thorough safety testing and regulatory evaluations to ensure safety for consumption, animals, and the environment.
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Historical increase: In a significant milestone for global agriculture, the global area planted with genetically modified organisms (GMOs), also known as transgenics, has exceeded 202 million hectares this year. This achievement is testament to the growing recognition and adoption of GMOs by farmers and countries around the world. The latest report recently published by AgrobioInvestor GM Monitor reveals that the area cultivated with GMO crops has experienced a substantial increase compared to previous years. This new milestone demonstrates the trust farmers place in GMOs and their ability to meet current and future agricultural challenges. Soybean is the most cultivated GMO crop with 98.9 million hectares, followed by corn with 66.2 million hectares, cotton with 25.4 million hectares and canola with almost 10 million hectares. Cotton contains the highest rate of GM utilization percentage with 80.4% of the world's total cotton area, followed by soybean with 73.7%, corn with 32.9% ...
Source: CLportalagro

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