B/BE/24/V2

Host organism

Populus tremula x Populus alba (Populus x canescens)
(Poplar)

Trait

The genetically modified trees have an altered wood composition

Project title

Field evaluation of poplars with a modified wood composition

Company / Institution

VIB

Year(s) of release

2024-2028

Period of release

15/05/2024 to 15/03/2028

Location(s)

Wetteren, Belgium

Number of sites

Total surface

400 m²

Monitoring measures

The plot will be monitored for at least two years for suckers, which will be destroyed using a suitable contact herbicide. If necessary monitoring will be extended until there has been one year without any suckers.

Status

Authorized

Type of procedure

Standard procedure - Chapter II Royal Decree 21 February 2005

Information for the public

B/BE/24/V2 - Informationsblatt für die Öffentlichkeit (vom Anmelder erstellt)

B/BE/24/V2 - Fiche d'information destinée au public (préparée par le notifiant)

B/BE/24/V2 – Informatiefiche bestemd voor het publiek (voorbereid door de kennisgever)

B/BE/24/V2 - Summary Notification Information Format (SNIF)

Public information according to the provisions of Directive 2001/18/EC

Information related to the decision procedure

B/BE/24/V2 - Advice Biosafety Advisory Council

27 March 2024: The Biosafety Advisory Council issues a positive advice (with conditions) for this trial

B/BE/24/V2 - Decision of the Federal Ministers (FINAL DECISION)

19 April 2024: The Federal Ministers give a positive decision (with conditions) for this trial.