The first genetically modified organism was produced in 1973 by two men named Herbert Boyer and Stanley …show more content…
In 2013, a judge announced a halt on the release on GE corn. A group of activists attempted to bring a lawsuit against GMOs. The activists brought the case because they believed GMOs were detrimental to public health. Despite this, the case was dropped over insufficient evidence. Mexico implemented the Law on Biosecurity of Genetically Modified Organisms to oversee the usage of GMO crops. Specifically, the law is aimed to oversee the production of GE crops and the export of these crops. The legislation also sets guidelines for research, imports, and environmental releases. The goal of the Law on Biosecurity of Genetically Modified Organisms is to limit the potential effects of