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Decree No. 5.9891 adopting substitution measures for genetically modified soya seeds in Rio Grande do Sul State.

Country/Territory
Brazil
Territorial subdivision
Rio Grande do Sul
Document type
Regulation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Cultivated plants
Keyword
Genetic resources Genetically modified organism (GMO) Prohibited crops Biotechnology
Geographical area
Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication.
Abstract

This Decree is composed of six articles. It adopts measures aimed at the substitution, in Rio Grande do Sul State, of genetically modified soya seeds produced by rural farmers for private consumption purposes, according to Law No. 10.711 on the national system for seeds and moults.

Full text
Portuguese
Website
www.senado.gov.br

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 10.711 ruling on National System for seeds and seedlings.

Legislation | Brazil | 2003

Keyword: Planting material/seeds, Inspection, Offences/penalties, Basic legislation, Plant production

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amends

Decree No. 3.524 regulating Act No. 7.797 on the National Fund for the Environment.

Legislation | Brazil | 2000

Keyword: Special fund, Institution, Environmental planning, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX