USDA APHIS Deregulates GE Insect Resistant Corn
October 1, 2025| |
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has deregulated genetically engineered MON 95379 corn. This corn, developed by Bayer U.S. -Crop Science (Bayer), is resistant to feeding damage caused by certain pests, including fall armyworm, sugarcane borer, and corn earworm.
After a thorough review, APHIS determined that MON 95379 is unlikely to pose a greater plant pest risk than the non-modified comparator and, therefore, is no longer subject to its regulation governing the introduction of certain organisms developed using genetic engineering. The determination was based on the information and data submitted by Bayer, available scientific data, and public comments received in response to previous notices announcing the availability of the petition and draft plant pest risk assessment (PPRA).
For more details, read the announcement from USDA APHIS.
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