MULTAN, April 18: The National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIGBE), Faisalabad, has developed an insect-resistant cotton variety, which will reduce import bill of pesticides (Rs15 billion) to half.
According to a press release of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) issued here on Tuesday, the NIGBE has submitted a proposal in this behalf to the National Biosafety Committee (NBC) for approval of this variety.—APP
