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Order No. 904/2006 defining areas for cultivation of genetically modifies varieties.

Country/Territory
Portugal
Document type
Regulation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Diário da República, I Série, No. 170, 4 September 2006, pp. 6512-6514.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Cultivated plants
Keyword
Zoning Classification/declassification Agricultural development Authorization/permit Genetically modified organism (GMO) Plant variety Biotechnology
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe
Abstract

This Order is composed of 12 articles. It defines criteria for identifying areas where cultivation of genetically modified varieties is allowed (denominated “free areas”). In particular, the Order rules on procedures for the definition of the minimum area and for its appointment. Moreover, it regulates communication duties and monitoring procedures.

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Amended by

Order No. 1611/2007 amending Order No. 904/2006 on areas for cultivation of genetically modifies varieties.

Legislation | Portugal | 2007

Keyword: Zoning, Classification/declassification, Agricultural development, Authorization/permit, Genetically modified organism (GMO), Plant variety, Biotechnology

Source: FAO, FAOLEX