Fact Check: Did Bill Gates Donate $50 Million to Create ‘Biologically Modified’ Crops?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Bill Gates donated $50 million to create “biologically modified” crops already approved by the EPA.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: There is no evidence that Bill Gates donated money to Terrana Biosciences. The $50 million referenced online came from venture capital firm Flagship Pioneering, which launched the company. The EPA has also stated it has not approved Terrana’s RNA-based crop technology.

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Date: 03/10/2026

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Last Updated on March 10, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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