India is the world's second-largest consumer and number one vegetable oil importer, and it meets around 60 per cent of its need through imports. With the formal approval of GM mustard for mass-scale cultivation in India, it is expected to reduce dependence on imported edible oils.
New Delhi [India], July 31 (ANI): The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that it is likely to take a decision on Genetically Modified (GM) mustard seeds issue in September.
New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): The Central Government on Monday informed the Supreme Court that no policy decision has been taken yet on the commercial launch of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard seeds.