NGFA Tallies Cost of Unapproved Traits

NGFA Estimates Viptera Losses at $1.95 Billion

U.S. exporters report that China has rejected 1.45 million metric tons of corn, or 53 million bushels, that tested positive for the Agrisure Viptera MIR 162 trait. (DTN/The Progressive Farmer file photo by Jim Patrico)
U.S. exporters report that China has rejected 1.45 million metric tons of corn, or 53 million bushels, that tested positive for the Agrisure Viptera MIR 162 trait. (DTN/The Progressive Farmer file photo by Jim Patrico)
The National Grain and Feed Association estimates the U.S. corn, DDG and soybean industries suffered a $1.95 billion loss due to China's rejection of cargos that tested positive for the Agrisure Viptera MIR 162 trait.

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