In Indonesia, The Star reported that the Indonesian government is looking to develop genetically modified organisms (GMO) to boost domestic soybean production and reduce imports.
The report noted that the head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas), Arief Prastyo Adi, said Indonesia must prepare to use genetically modified soybeans to reduce dependence on imports. The Asian nation relies heavily on soybean imports as domestic production falls far short of demand.
Last year, nationwide soybean demand was projected at 7,267 tons per day, or 2.65 million tons for the year, while 2024 domestic production was recorded at just 167,886 tons.
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Category: Food & Agriculture
