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MONDAY, MARCH 25, 2002

American researchers have come under fire for claiming genetically modified corn has been found in Mexico, the birthplace of the species.

The research was blasted by the Mexican government, which has banned bio-corn. Others also questioned the tests used and said they can generate false positives on corn known not to be genetically modified.

Get the Story:
The Biotech Corn Debate Grows Hot in Mexico (The Washington Post 3/25)

Relevant Links:
Office of Pesticide Programs, EPA - http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/biopesticides

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