Recent research reveals that exposure to glyphosate from genetically modified (GM) crops has negatively impacted perinatal health in rural U.S. communities, particularly affecting historically marginalized populations. The study highlighted that glyphosate usage surged by 750% over two decades following the introduction of GM seeds. This sharp rise in exposure was linked to lower birth weights and shortened gestation periods, with the most significant consequences for infants already vulnerable to low birth weight.