Kenya approves commercialization of GM maize

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Kenya approves commercialization of GM maize

STORY: Kenya approves commercialization of GM maize DATELINE: Oct. 6, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:44 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of cabinet ministers at the meeting 2. various of a maize plantation 3. shot of cabinet ministers after the meeting STORYLINE: Kenya's cabinet on Monday approved the commercialization of genetically modified maize (GM), allowing open cultivation and importation to help revamp agricultural production and manufacturing sectors. The cabinet chaired by President William Ruto said it made the approval as a step toward significantly redefining agriculture in Kenya by adopting crops that are resistant to pests and disease. "By dint of the executive action, open cultivation and importation of white (GMO) maize is now authorized," the cabinet said in a statement. The decision, according to the statement, was reached in accordance with the recommendation of the task force to review matters relating to GM foods and food safety, and in fidelity with the guidel

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