China Publishes Draft Rules on Herbicides for GM Crops

Some challenges to growth lurk ahead for the Southeast Asia market, partly from disruptive technologies, commodity prices, and regulatory pressures. 

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Canadian authorization now allows for unrestricted planting and harvesting of Max-Ace rice products.

Supply chain disruptions and material shortages are fueling speculation about a herbicide shortage for the 2022 agriculture growing season.

High costs currently limit large-scale operations, but new technologies could help make the approach more popular. 

No clear timeline for ‘normal production’ will continue to affect price and availability of ag inputs. 

Collaboration will increase farmer’s access to safe herbicide candidates.

While permanent crops continue to be important to the region, the fastest growing developments cater to specialty fruits and vegetables.

The country has the potential to lead the sector with the help of innovation, a speedy registration system, and digitization.