Ministerial Decree No. 259 on approval of rules on genetically modified plants across the country and detection of spread areas.

Subject

Cultivated plants

Keyword

Biosafety Biotechnology Genetic resources GMO Inspection Institution Plant protection Registration

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 states that using genetic materials, zoning and state registration of genetically modified plants are strictly prohibited. This Decre

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