Invitation to Comment on a Risk Assessment Plan for GM Cotton
September 14, 2007 |
The Office of the Gene Technology Regulator of Australia is currently assessing license application from Monsanto Australia Limited to intentionally release genetically modified (GM) Gossypium barbadense cotton (also known as Pima or extra long staple cotton) into the environment. The application proposes the limited and controlled release of three insect resistant and/or herbicide tolerant GM cotton lines over a two year period (2007-2009). The trial would involve early stage research to breed and evaluate the agronomic performance of the GM cotton lines; produce seed for further trials (subject to additional approvals); and collect data for future regulatory requirements.
Comments on a risk assessment and risk management plan (RARMP) prepared by the Regulator for the proposed release are welcome. Submissions should be received by close of business on October 15, 2007.
For more information, contact ogtr@health.gov.au or visit http://www.ogtr.gov.au/rtf/ir/dir074notifcon.rtf.
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