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. Full text Portuguese References - Legislation 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