Ministerial Decree No. 259 on approval of rules on genetically modified plants across the country and detection of spread areas. Country/Territory Azerbaijan Document type Regulation Date 2013 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Cultivated plants Keyword Biosafety Biotechnology Genetic resources Genetically modified organism (GMO) Inspection Institution Plant protection Registration Geographical area Asia, Caspian Sea, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Europe and Central Asia, 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 states that using genetic materials, zoning and state registration of genetically modified plants are strictly prohibited. This Decree sets forth provisions on detection of spread areas and deactivation of genetically modified plants. 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 (2023) Keyword: Biosafety, Biotechnology, Ecological production/organic production, Food quality control/food safety, Genetic resources, Agricultural development, Plant variety, Sustainable use, Research, Risk assessment/management Source: FAO, FAOLEX