The production of Genetically Modified (GM) vegetables has not yet been commercialized in the country. The Research and Development work is in progress for developing Genetically Modified vegetables.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Department of Bio-technology has approved several projects for developing Genetically Modified varieties in tomato, brinjal and cauliflower. The transgenic lines are in various stages of development at different institutes and will be released for cultivation after clearance by Review Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM) and Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC).
The target for next three years has been fixed primarily to release and popularize the GM varieties in some of the major vegetable crops.
This information was given in Lok Sabha today by Prof. K.V. Thomas, Minister of State for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in a written reply.
