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USDA Approves Pest-Resistant MON 95379 Corn by Bayer

10/3/2025

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's APHIS deregulated MON 95379 corn developed by Bayer U.S. Crop Science.
The corn resists pests such as fall armyworm, sugarcane borer, and corn earworm.
APHIS concluded MON 95379 poses no greater plant-pest risk than non-modified corn after reviewing Bayer's data and comments.
The October 1, 2025 announcement highlights the USDA's regulatory process.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's APHIS deregulated MON 95379 corn developed by Bayer U.S. Crop Science.
The corn resists pests such as fall armyworm, sugarcane borer, and corn earworm.
APHIS concluded MON 95379 poses no greater plant-pest risk than non-modified corn after reviewing Bayer's data and comments.
The October 1, 2025 announcement highlights the USDA's regulatory process.