Posted March 20, 2017
The new potato varieties are the latest variety to gain approval from the U.S. government. The approvals apply to the second-generation of potatoes from Idaho-based J.R. Simplot Co. The first generation, which received final approval about two years ago, didn’t include protection from late blight or enhanced cold storage. So far, McDonald’s has decided not to use Simplot’s genetically engineered potatoes for its french fries. Read more.