American GM-corn gets green light for export to Spain

The European Union’s recent decision to approve the import of three new varieties of genetically modified corn has opened up significant opportunities for American agricultural exporters. In 2025, the EU, relying on scientific safety assessments, moved away from its traditionally cautious stance on GMs to ensure the stability of supply chains. For Spain, one of the largest importers of feed grains in Europe, the decision was an important step, as the country needs 14-16 million tons of corn annually for its livestock, especially pigs.

The new rules allow American producers, who supply more than 90% of their corn as genetically modified, to freely export their products to Spain while maintaining competitive prices. While the EU continues to ban the cultivation of most GM crops on its territory (with the exception of MON810 corn in Spain), the import permit includes strict labeling and traceability requirements. This creates competition for Ukrainian non-GM corn, for which the Spanish market is a priority, as Ukraine traditionally supplies significant volumes of corn to this country, meeting European quality and safety standards.

Tags: corn, USA, GM