National Ag News

The Chinese government plans to conduct a poll testing the public’s acceptance of genetically modified food.

China is the fourth-largest grower of GMO cotton and top importer of soybeans, most of which are genetically modified.

Bloomberg reports a prestigious university in Beijing will carry out the survey, following public skepticism and concern that GMO foods may adversely affect human health.

Government officials in China say biotechnology would boost yields and sustainability in a country that’s seen consumption soar.

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