Bayer to debut its GM XtendFlex soybeans in N America in 2021

摘要

Bayer's Crop Science division intends to launch its triple-stacked genetically modified herbicide tolerant XtendFlex soybeans in the US and Canada next year.The intention follows EU approval of the technology incorporating legacy company Monsanto's dicamba and glyphosate-tolerant Roundup Ready 2 Xtend(MON87708xMON89788)with BASF-owned glufosinate-tolerant LibertyLink(A5547-127).Bayer expects to"be in a strong position to supply 20 million US soy acres [8 million ha] when the selling season arrives".