Glufosinate Ammonium Resistant Corn: A Global Overview

Glufosinate ammonium resistant corn has gained significant attention in the global agricultural industry. These genetically modified corn varieties are designed to tolerate glufosinate ammonium, a widely used herbicide, thereby reducing the frequency and dosage of pesticide applications. This not only enhances production efficiency but also minimizes the impact on the environment and human health. In this article, we present an overview of glufosinate ammonium resistant corn, including the brands and the timeline of approval in various countries.

Brand

Company

Character

Approved countries for food use

Approved countries for food feed

Approved countries for
planting

Agrisure®

Duracade™

5122

Syngenta

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2013:Japan、Mexico、Taiwan(china)

2014:South Africa；

2016:Colombia

2013:Japan

2014:South Africa

2016:Colombia

2013:Canada,Japan

Agrisure®

Duracade™

5222

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2013:Japan、Mexico、Taiwan(china);

2014:South Africa;

2015:Brazil;

2016:Colombia;

2018:Argentina

2013：Japan

2014：South Africa

2015：Brazil

2018：Argentina

2013：Japan、Canada

2015：Brazil

2018：Argentina

Agrisure®

3122

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2011:Japan,Mexico,Philippine;

2012:Taiwan(China);

2013:Korea;

2014:South Africa;

2016:Colombia;

2017:EU

2010:Japan;

2011: Philippine、Korea

2014:South Africa

2017: EU、Zambia

2010:Canada

2011:Japan

Agrisure®

Viptera™

2100

Glufosinate-ammonium, sheath-resistant

2010:Japan;

2013:Philippine;

2014:Argentina;

2015:Brazil、Taiwan(China);

2016:Colombia、EU、Korea;

2017:Mexico

2010:Japan;

2013:Philippine;

2014:Argentina;

2015:Brazil、Korea;

2016:Colombia、EU

2017:Mexico

2014:Argentina、Japan;

2015:Brazil

Agrisure®

Viptera™

3110

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2010:Brazil,Japan, Mexico, Philippine;

2011:Argentina, South Africa, Taiwan(China);

2012:Colombia, Korea, Uruguay;

2015:Uruguay;

2016:EU

2010:Brazil、Colombia、Japan、Philippine;

2011:Argentina、Korea、South Africa;

2015:Uruguay

2010:Brazil、Canada、Japan

2011:Argentina

2012:Uruguay

2015:Paraguay

Agrisure®

Viptera™

3100

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2016:EU

2019:Brazil

2016:EU

2019:Brazil

Agrisure®

Viptera™

3111,

Agrisure®

Viptera™ 4

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2010:Japan、Mexico、Philippine、Korea

2011:South Africa、Taiwan( China)

2012:Argentina、Colombia

2014:Brazil;

2016:EU

2010:Japan、Mexico;

2011:South Africa、Korea;

2012:Colombia、Argentina;

2014: Brazil;

2016: EU

2010:Japan、Canada

2012:Argentina

2014:Brazil

Agrisure™

Viptera 3220

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2010:Japan、Philippine

2011:Mexico、South Africa、Taiwan (China);

2012:Korea;

2014:Argentina;

2016:Colombia

2010:Japan、Philippine;

2011:South Africa

2012:Korea

2014:Argentina

2010:Canada

2011:Japan

2014:Argentina

SmartStax™

Pro x

Enlist™

Monsanto

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2017:Canada、Japan

2018:Mexico

2019:Brazil

2017:Canada、Japan

2019:Brazil

2017：Canada、Japan

2019: Brazil

Power

Core™

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant、

2010:Brazil、Japan、Philippine、

Korea;

2011: Mexico、Taiwan(China);

2012:Argentina、South Africa、Uruguay;

2013:EU;

2014:Colombia

2010:Brazil、Japan、Philippine

2011:Korea

2012:South Africa

2013: EU

2010:Brazil、Japan

2012:Uruguay、Argentina

2014:Paraguay

2018:South Africa

Power

Core™ x

MIR162xEnli

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Bayer Crop

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2016:Japan

2018:Brazil、Mexico、Korea、

Taiwan（China)

2016:Japan

2018:Brazil、Korea

2016:Japan

2018:Brazil

Optimum™

Intrasect

Xtreme

Glufosinate-ammonium resistant

2011:Mexico;

2012:Japan、Korea、Taiwan(China)

2014:Philippine

2018:EU

2012:Japan、Korea

2014:Philippine

2018:EU

2011:Canada

2012:Japan

Optimum™

TRIsect

Dupont

Glufosinate-ammonium, glyphosate-resistant, sheath-resistant

2011:Japan、Mexico、Taiwan(China)

2011:Japan

2011:Japan、Canada

1. United States:

The United States has been at the forefront of adopting glufosinate ammonium resistant corn. It has approved Liberity brand, which have been extensively cultivated since its respective approval dates.

2. Canada and Mexico:

Canada and Mexico have also embraced glufosinate ammonium resistant corn varieties. They have approved Agrisure® 3122 , allowing farmers in these countries to benefit from the advantages offered by this genetically modified crop.

3. South America:

South American countries, such as Brazil and Argentina, have shown a keen interest in glufosinate ammonium resistant corn. Agrisure® Duracade™ 5222, Agrisure® 3122, Agrisure® Viptera™ 3110 , gained approval in these countries, providing farmers with a valuable tool in weed management.

4. Asia:

While the Asia has yet to approve any glufosinate ammonium resistant corn brands, countries like Japan, Vietnam and Korea have given their approval for limited cultivation of certain varieties, such as Agrisure® Duracade™ 5122 , Agrisure® Viptera™ 3110

Conclusion:

Glufosinate ammonium resistant corn has become a prominent feature in global agriculture. Its approval and adoption have varied across different countries, with the United States leading the way in cultivating these genetically modified corn varieties. Canada, Mexico, South American countries, and certain Asian nations have also recognized the benefits of glufosinate ammonium resistant corn. As this technology continues to evolve, it is crucial to consider the broader implications related to food safety and environmental impact. By carefully assessing and regulating the use of glufosinate ammonium resistant corn, we can ensure its responsible and sustainable integration into modern agricultural practices.