Mexico's rejection of biotech corn planting draws mixed reaction

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This is temporary, because there is so much pressure from the multinationals," Ampugnani said. "They are going to put a lot of pressure on the incoming administration" of President-elect Felipe Calderon, who takes office Dec. 1.

"Mexico is a potential market for them in genetically modified seeds, and that market is closed at present," he said. "These companies aren't going to accept another six years of indefinition."

Monday's decision turned down all seven requests filed by companies including Monsanto, DuPont Co.'s Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. subsidiary, and others.
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