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Genetically engineered wheat plants discovered in fallow Washington field

The USDA confirmed the discovery of 22 genetically engineered wheat plants growing in a fallow agricultural field in Washington state.  The wheat in question is resistant to the herbicide glyphosate, APHIS said. A farmer made the discovery. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the USDA has found no evidence of GE wheat in commerce.

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Genetically engineered wheat plants discovered in fallow Washington field
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Agriculture