The global area planted with genetically modified organics (GMOs) in crops has surpassed 202 million hectares, according to a report by AgrobioInvestor GM Monitor. The most widely cultivated GMO crops are soybean, corn, cotton, and canola, with soybean being the leader. The adoption of GMOs is ascribed to their benefits such as increased productivity, pest and disease resistance, reduced use of pesticides and herbicides, and improved food quality. The largest areas of cultivation are in North and South America, with Chile holding the potential to develop its own GMO varieties. The process of developing GMOs involves thorough safety testing and regulatory evaluations to ensure safety for consumption, animals, and the environment.