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:
1
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:
Assessed
Type of procedure:
Standard procedure - Chapter II Royal Decree 21 February 2005
Information for the public
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Public information according to the provisions of Directive 2001/18/EC
B/BE/24/V2 - Informationsblatt für die Öffentlichkeit (vom Anmelder erstellt)Information related to the decision procedure
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27 March 2024: The Biosafety Advisory Council issues a positive advice (with conditions) for this trial
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19 April 2024: The Federal Ministers give a positive decision (with conditions) for this trial.