Answer: In order to evaluate the safety of genetically modified plants for consumption, rigorous food safety testing and animal feeding experiments are generally required in designated laboratories. The following 2 aspects are usually considered: (1) toxic substances. It must be ensured that the transferred exogenous genes or gene products are non-toxic to humans and animals. There is a large amount of experimental data proving that Bt toxin proteins are toxic to only a few target insects and safe for humans and animals. Most of the reporter genes commonly used in genetic engineering, such as the kanamycin gene and the thaumatin gene, are safe for food and feed. (2) Allergens. Many allergens exist under natural conditions. If allergen-producing genes are transferred into new organisms, they can adversely affect the allergic population.

We should not be skeptical and boycott GMO technology because we are worried about the safety of GMOs. GMOs are still safe as long as they are properly utilized and managed.