EPA writes softer rules for Bt corn and rootworms

Seed companies will be required to encourage corn growers to take steps to keep rootworms from developing resistance to the the biopesticide known as Bt, reports DTN. “Farmers who buy and plant Bt corn will not face any enforceable planting restrictions, such as EPA’s initial draft of rules recommended in January of 2015.” Instead, the… » Read More

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