Monsanto: We Have Nothing To Do With Zika Virus, Neither Does Glyphosate

Posted by Matthew J. Grassi|February 18, 2016

You may have seen misinformation and rumors on social media regarding Monsanto, the Zika virus and microcephaly. Unfortunately, this misinformation causes unwarranted fear and distracts from the health crisis at hand and how you can take steps to protect you and your family, writes Monsanto on its Beyond The Rows blog.

Here are some facts (According to Monsanto):

Neither Monsanto nor our products have any connection to the Zika virus or microcephaly.
Monsanto does not manufacture or sell Pyriproxyfen.
Monsanto does not own Sumitomo Chemical Company. However, Sumitomo Chemical Company is one of our business partners in the area of crop protection.
Glyphosate is not connected in any way to the Zika virus or microcephaly.
GMOs have no role in the Zika virus or microcephaly.

The Zika virus is a tragic and critical health issue. Dealing effectively with such an important health threat requires a focus on the facts. As a science-based company working to help meet some of the world’s biggest challenges we support all efforts to combat this health crisis. We hope all efforts will be taken based on the facts, not rumors.