The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan Released the 2024 Survey Results on Genetically Modified Plants

Published 2025년 7월 9일

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Key Insight: On June 30, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) of Japan released the survey results of genetically modified plants in 2024, aiming to clarify the growth of genetically modified canola and soybeans in the areas around import ports and their impact on closely related crossbreeding species, and to assess the impact of genetically modified escape caused by spillage during transportation on local biodiversity.

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The survey results showed: (1) 75 genetically modified rapeseed populations (totaling 105 plants) were discovered in 7 ports, and 1 genetically modified soybean population (1 plant) was found in 1 port, with growth range not expanding over time. (2) No cross-compatible related species were found near the genetically modified rapeseed, and no hybridization was observed between genetically modified and native rapeseed; (3) The growth points of genetically modified rapeseed and soybeans were primarily along main roads in coastal areas and near unloading points. Finally, MAFF concluded that the growth of genetically modified rapeseed and soybeans would ...

Source: Foodmate