Monday, November 19, 2012

Armyworms Develop Resistance to Genetically Modified Corn

Armyworms Develop Resistance to Genetically Modified Corn: A second species of worm has evolved to withstand pesticides in genetically modified crops, the latest escalation of the natural arms race spurred on by GMOs. “Armyworms” — so called because their infestation of fields resembles a military onslaught — were able to eat DuPont-Dow corn containing a pesticide protein without adverse effects, according to [...]/p

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