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The need Whenever new pest management technology is introduced to a dynamic biological system such as crop production, the risk of potential resistance development within the pest population is a concern. For example, most scientists agree corn borer populations could potentially develop resistance to the various Bt proteins currently in Bt corn hybrids unless managed properly. As new technologies are introduced, similar concerns will arise and will need appropriate management strategies to protect long-term effectiveness. The CCPC is involved in conducting research on and addressing a variety of corn pest issues and their stewardship. · Bt Events Approved for Unconfined Release in Canada The solution The CCPC's mandate to prolong the effectiveness of Bt technology prompted them to develop a thorough Insect Resistance Management (IRM) strategy, approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, for corn growers. This proactive approach to managing Bt and other trait technology will effectively delay the development of insect resistance. In addition to the Insect Resistance Management strategy, the CCPC has also developed a series of three protocols for the monitoring of ECB resistance through a detailed field scouting procedure, the handling of suspected resistant ECB larvae and remediation measures for confirmed resistance. · IRM Highlights for Bt-based European Corn Borer Control The members Members of the CCPC include representatives from a number of seed and plant biotechnology companies, grower groups, extension personnel from provincial ministries of agriculture, research scientists from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the University of Guelph. Representatives of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Plant Biosafety Office participate as observers. The group meets face-to-face twice a year, in the spring and fall. A comprehensive list of member organizations, their representatives and contact information is available. · List of CCPC Partners and Observers Bt Events Approved for Unconfined Release in Canada Trade Name Event Cry Protein (delta endotoxin) Bt strain Manufacturer Pests Controlled Remarks1 Agrisure CB BT11 Cry 1Ab Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Syngenta Seeds Canada European corn borer (ECB)   Agrisure RW MIR604 mCry 3A Bacillus thuringiensis var. SanDiego (tenebrionis) Syngenta Seeds Canada corn rootworm larvae   Agrisure CB/RW BT 11 and MIR604 Cry 1Ab and mCry 3A Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki and Bacillus thuringiensis var. SanDiego (tenebrionis) Syngenta Seeds Canada European corn borer (ECB); corn rootworm   Herculex I TC1507 Cry 1F Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai Dow AgroSciences/Pioneer Hi-Bred International European corn borer (ECB); black cutworm*; fall armyworm * May only provide control of young larvae. Herculex RW DAS-59122-7 Cry 34Ab1 and Cry 35Ab1 Bacillus thuringiensis strain PS149B1 Dow AgroSciences/Pioneer Hi-Bred International corn rootworm larvae   Herculex Xtra TC1507 and DAS-59122-7 Cry 1F and Cry 34Ab1/Cry 35Ab1 Bacillus thuringiensis var. aizawai and Bacillus thuringiensis strain PS149B1 Dow AgroSciences/Pioneer Hi-Bred International European corn borer (ECB); black cutworm*; fall armyworm; corn rootworm larvae * May only provide control of young larvae. KnockOut Event 176 Cry 1Ab Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Syngenta Seeds Canada European corn borer May not provide complete protection against 2nd generation ECB. Does not protect against ECB damage to the ear. NatureGard Event 176 Cry 1Ab Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Dow AgroSciences/Mycogen Seeds European corn borer May not provide complete protection against 2nd generation ECB. Does not protect against ECB damage to the ear. YieldGard MON810 Cry 1Ab Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Monsanto Canada Inc. European corn borer   YieldGard Bt 11 Cry 1Ab Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Syngenta Seeds Canada European corn borer   YieldGard Rootworm MON863 Cry 3Bb1 Bacillus thuringiensis var. SanDiego (tenebrionis) Monsanto Canada Inc. corn rootworm larvae   YieldGard Plus MON810 and MON863 Cry 1Ab and Cry 3Bb1 Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki and Bacillus thuringiensis var. SanDiego (tenebrionis) Monsanto Canada Inc. European corn borer; corn rootworm larvae   YieldGard VT Triple MON88017 and MON810 Cry 1Ab and Cry 3Bb1 Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki Monsanto Canada Inc. European corn borer (ECB); corn rootworm larvae   1 Insect resistance management strategies must be followed when planting Bt corn. Refer to A Grower’s Handbook: Controlling Corn Insect Pests With Bt Corn Technology, found at www.cornpest.ca for more information.
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