Next week, the Environmental Protection
Agency expected next week to approve Enlist Duo–a new herbicide formulation
that combines two popular herbicides, 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D)
and glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup), which are used to control
weeds. The USDA previously gave the green
light to Enlist traits for corn and soy. The approvals open
the door to the introduction of the innovations. The anticipation of these
approvals has led to a huge outcry by anti-GMO activists, worried that this new
weed control system will lead to greater use of more toxic herbicides. A primer
seems in order……To Read More….
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