Minli Xu

Hainan Provincial Key Laboratory of Crop Molecular Breeding, Sanya, 572025,Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
GMO Biosafety Research, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 4   
Received: 21 Jul., 2024    Accepted: 07 Aug., 2023    Published: 18 Aug., 2024

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This study systematically reviewed the development of transgenic corn from the initial insect-resistant (Bt) varieties to multi-trait transgenic varieties such as herbicide resistance, drought resistance and nutritional fortification, and summarized its wide application in agricultural production, feed and food processing, bioenergy and industrial raw materials. The study found that transgenic corn can effectively reduce the use of pesticides, increase yield and stress resistance, and has significant economic and ecological benefits. However, there are large differences in the public acceptance of transgenic corn in different countries and regions. Asymmetric information dissemination and misunderstanding of potential risks have significantly affected social acceptance. In the future promotion of transgenic corn, scientific and standardized risk supervision, transparent information disclosure and public trust building should be strengthened. This study has important theoretical and practical significance for promoting the rational application of transgenic corn, ensuring food security and sustainable agricultural development.

Transgenic corn; Food security; Public perception; Social acceptance; Sustainable development