Govt. Policy & Regulatory
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Kenyan scientists defend voluntary adoption of Bt maize in ongoing High Court case
Farmers will retain full freedom to choose between GM, hybrid, improved, or indigenous seed varieties.
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US, Indonesia trade pact opens tariff-free channel for US grains
The deal reduces US tariffs on Indonesian goods to 19% from 32%.
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FDA to reassess safety of food preservative BHA
The review will consider whether BHA is safe under its current conditions of use in food and as a food contact substance, based on the latest scientific information.
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US FDA expands permitted uses of spirulina-based blue colors in all foods
The decision follows a formal petition from GNT Group, the maker of EXBERRY® natural colors, which has driven previous incremental approvals for spirulina based blues and argued that broader authorization is needed to meet manufacturer demand for natural alternatives to synthetic dyes.
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US extends AGOA to end-2026, easing short-term trade risks for African exporters
The extension takes retroactive effect from September 30, 2025, preventing any lapse in duty-free access for eligible sub-Saharan African countries.