No plans to grow or import golden rice, says expert

Muhamad Shakirin said it has been 20 years since the last golden rice trials took place and its rollout in Asia was halted by protests and court rulings. – ADIB RAWI YAHYA/THESUN

Universiti Malaya Institute of Biological Sciences Assoc Prof Dr Muhamad Shakirin Mispan said the country has not taken any significant steps to grow or import golden rice. Muhamad Shakirin said the Philippines was the first country in the world to approve golden rice for commercial propagation. He also said there are no plans to produce golden rice in Malaysia and it will be challenging for it to be imported since the country has strict regulations concerning GMO foods.

“They argue consuming genetically modified foods such as golden rice can pose unknown health risks over a long term.” “There are ongoing efforts to enhance the nutritional composition and agronomic characteristics of golden rice, but its adoption in Malaysia hinges on regulatory approvals and public acceptance,” he said, adding that studies suggest when benefits outweigh risks, acceptance tends to be positive.

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