Transgenic corn has been genetically engineered with the gene from the Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Bt), which secretes a proteinaceous endotoxins that are toxic to certain species of lepidopteran pests.The study conducted investigates the potential effects of transgenic Bt corn containing the MON 810 event on non-target arthropods as compared to those in conventional, near isogenic corn at two locations in Georgia.
Transgenic corn has been genetically engineered with the gene from the Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Bt), which secretes a proteinaceous endot...
