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Dec 22, 2016 · Genetically modified (GM) corn NK603, engineered to survive being sprayed with glyphosate-based weedkillers such as Roundup, was assessed as ‘substantially equivalent’ to its non-GM parent corn variety, based on a nutrient composition analysis of both crops.
Apr 29, 2023 · The difference between conventional and non-GMO corn is simply a higher level of trait-free purity. This is achieved by seed production practices, farmer production practices, and marketing strategy. Similar to conventional corn, non-GMO corn seed does not contain any intentionally added GM material.
Mar 3, 2023 · Because most corn grown in the U.S. is genetically modified, the Non-GMO Project Standard considers corn a high-risk crop. Since the first genetically modified corn was released in 1996, another 243 distinct varieties of GMO corn have been created.
Mar 2, 2023 · Insect-resistant corn. Herbicide-resistant sugar beets. Canola. Disease-resistant potatoes. Summer squash. Soybeans. Alfalfa. Papaya. Non-GMOs, on the other hand, are all other foods that have not had DNA of other organisms inserted — even if they have been bred with other plants (like cotton candy grapes).
Jul 10, 2012 · One of the most prevalent myths about corn is that most of it is genetically modified, but in actuality, only 3-4% of the sweet corn planted in the U.S. last year was GMO. (“Field corn,” the crop that is processed into everything from ethanol to high-fructose corn syrup, is a different matter.)
That said, non-GMO corn, sugar, soy, and canola options are out there for those who seek them. Since GMOs are prohibited in organic production, choosing foods that are certified organic is an easy way to filter out those that may be made with GMOs.
Where Can You Find GMOs? PDF: 131KB. GMO Crops in the U.S. PDF: 152KB. What GMO crops are in the United States? Only a few types of GMO crops are grown in the United States, but some of these...