BIOTECH CORN
Herbicide-tolerant corn
These corn varieties work in a similar manner to herbicide-tolerant soybean. They allow growers better flexibility in using certain herbicides to control weeds that can damage crops.
Insect-resistant corn
This modified corn contains a built-in insecticidal protein from a naturally occurring soil microorganism (Bt) that gives corn plants season-long protection from corn borers. This means most farmers do not have to spray insecticide to protect corn from harmful pests, which can cause significant damage and yield loss in many areas. Bt corn also reduces toxin contamination arising from fungal attack on the damaged grain. The Bt protein has been used safely as an organic insect control agent for over 40 years. Plant Products of Biotechnology, May 2007,
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