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In August 2021, which country has approved the commercial propagation of genetically modified Golden Rice (GER) after more than a decade of field tests?

In August 2021, which country has approved the commercial propagation of genetically modified Golden Rice (GER) after more than a decade of field tests? Correct Answer Philippines

The correct answer is Philippines.

  • The Philippines has approved the commercial propagation of genetically modified Golden Rice (GER) after more than a decade of field tests.
  • The country is the first among Southeast Asian nations to approve the Vitamin A-enriched grain for planting.
  • Golden Rice has received food safety approvals from regulators in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United States.​
  • Golden Rice will be initially deployed in areas with high prevalence of Vitamin A deficiency by the third quarter of 2022, before it can become commercially available for public consumption.
  • Philippines: 
    • Capital - Manila.
    • Currency - Philippine peso.

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