For Illinois farmers, corn dispute with Mexico raises concerns – Pantograph

Mexico has announced plans to ban genetically modified corn for human consumption and eventually for animal feed. The country is a top importer of U.S. corn, most of which is genetically modified, and U.S. officials said earlier this month that they were asking for consultations with Mexico over the ban. "That could have a devastating impact on our export market," said Jeff Kirwan, a member of the Illinois Farm Bureau's board of directors.