Ministerial Decree No. 259 on approval of import of genetically modified plants and planting materials improved through the methods of modern biotechnology and genetic engineering for scientific research and testing.

Country/Territory: Azerbaijan
Document type: Regulation
Date: 2013
Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Subject: Cultivated plants
Keyword: Biotechnology Genetic resources GMO Institution International trade Authorization/permit Plant protection Research Certification
Geographical area: Asia, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Landlocked Developing Nations, Western Asia

Abstract: This Decree states that Scientific and Technical Council shall be established, with the participation of National Academy of Science, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, State Committee for Standardization, Metrology and Patents. Furthermore, Institute of Genetic Resources shall be determined as the national coordinator. This Decree underlines that the import of genetically modified plants and planting materials improved through the methods of modern biotechnology
Full text: Azerbaijani
Website: www.e-qanun.az

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 273-IVQ on conservation and sustainable use of genetic resources of cultivated plants.

Legislation | Azerbaijan | 2011

Keyword: Biosafety, Biotechnology, Ecological production/organic production, Food quality control/food safety, Agricultural development, Genetic resources, Plant variety, Sustainable use, Research, Risk assessment/management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX