APHIS

New GM flower and soybean varieties get USDA’s ‘thumbs up’

· December 16, 2022

The USDA’s Plant Health Inspection Service recently completed reviews of a new genetically modified Chrysanthemum and soybean variety and gave these new varieties a “thumbs up.” The reviews completed determined whether the genetically engineered plants present an increased pest risk compared to unmodified plants. 

New corn and potato varieties may be available soon

· October 24, 2022

A new modified corn and potato variety have been given a green light by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. The department’s recent reviews analyzed the genetically modified plants to determine whether they present an increased pest risk as compared to unmodified plants. 

Invasive Plant Pest

April is Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month

· April 6, 2022

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has declared April 2022 Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month (IPPDAM). This national outreach month is dedicated to highlighting the impact invasive plant pests and diseases have on plant health nationwide and educates Americans about the simple actions they can take to help reduce their spread. Hungry, invasive pests […]

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