As a domain expert in agricultural biotechnology, I can provide you with an overview of Monsanto's role in the food industry. Monsanto, which is now a part of Bayer, is primarily known for its agricultural products rather than directly producing food items. However, they have been instrumental in developing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) that are used in the production of various foods. Here are some key points:


1. Genetically Modified Crops: Monsanto has developed several genetically modified crops, including soybeans, corn, cotton, and canola. These crops are engineered for specific traits such as resistance to pests or tolerance to herbicides.


2. Herbicides: Monsanto is well-known for its herbicide product, Roundup, which contains glyphosate. This herbicide is often used in conjunction with Monsanto's herbicide-resistant crops.


3. Seeds: Monsanto produces and sells seeds for a variety of crops, including those that are genetically modified. Farmers purchase these seeds to grow their crops.


4. Traits: The company has developed specific genetic traits for crops, such as the ability to withstand certain environmental conditions or to resist certain diseases.


5. Licences and Partnerships: Monsanto has licensed its technology to other companies, which then use these technologies to produce their own GMO crops.

It's important to note that Monsanto does not make the food products themselves but rather provides the agricultural tools and seeds that can be used to grow the ingredients for those foods.

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Monsanto created GM seeds specifically to withstand Roundup, making a farmer's crop production more successful. Roundup is now the most widely-used herbicide in the United States. Monsanto's genetically modified Roundup Ready crops include soy, maize (corn), sorghum, canola, alfalfa, and cotton.read more >>