Investigation of some growth and yield parameters of genetically modified corn

In this study, to determine possible effects of genetic modifications in genetically modified MON810 maize line on germination and early seedling the periods, micronucleus formation and morphological characteristics during germination, germination success, and stomata number, morphology of seedling, pigment content, malondialdehyde and proline contents during early seedling stage were examined. Consequently genetic modification did not lead to noticable changes which may affect the yield. However, anthocyanin and proline, which are known as indicator and protector against various stresses, increased in the early seedling stage of GM corn.