What was the controversy concerning GE corn in Mexico?
In 2000, two scientists published experimental results that indicated the presence of GE genes in native corn in rural Mexico. It is illegal to grow Bt corn in Mexico, so the results suggested there might be a potential legal problem. Mexico has outlawed GE corn because it is the center of origin for corn and many diverse corn varieties are found there. Many scientists are concerned that GE genes might get into native varieties of corn and reduce that biodiversity. Subsequent tests by scientists to verify the GE gene in Mexican corn were found to be inconclusive. In addition, some of the more controversial results, especially concerning the possible rearrangement of the GE genes, were found to be inadequately supported or incorrect. Further tests are being conducted to determine whether the original results about the presence of GE genes in Mexican corn are correct. Regardless of the those results, many scientists believe that GE corn will eventually integrate into native Mexican varie
