OGTR Oks Limited Release for GM Wheat and Barley
December 21, 2007| |
The University of Adelaide has been given the approval by the Australian Government’s Office of the Gene Technology Regulator for the limited and controlled release of genetically modified (GM) wheat and barley. The modified traits are enhanced tolerance to abiotic stresses, including soil boron and drought, and increased beta glucan levels. Beta glucan is a plant polysaccharide (carbohydrate) which forms part of the soluble fiber in cereal grains. The limited trial will be done in the Marion local council (Adelaide), South Australia from May 2008 to June 2009.
See the application summary information at http://www.ogtr.gov.au/new/index.htm
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