USDA Talks GMO Wheat

In the wake of a discovery of unapproved GMO wheat growing in an Oregon farm, attention has turned to the global market. Many countries outside the U.S. do not allow any GMO crops, and the presence of undisclosed GMOs in U.S. crops could have an impact on global trade.

Jun 3rd, 2013

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In the wake of a discovery of unapproved GMO wheat growing in an Oregon farm, attention has turned to the global market. Many countries outside the U.S. do not allow any GMO crops, and the presence of undisclosed GMOs in U.S. crops could have an impact on global trade. In this video, the USDA attempts to reassure U.S. trading partners.

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