The document delves into crucial topics such as scope, definitions, rules for conservation organizations, and the exchange of Plant Reproductive Material (PRM) between farmers. Additionally, it discusses conservation varieties, Organic and Heirloom Material ((O)HM), obligations of professional operators, and governance. While not exhaustive, we believe it offers a valuable overview of the EP’s stance on these critical matters.
Read the April 2024 issue of the FAO Agroecology Knowledge Hub Digest, a taster of the insights into the world of agroecology that you could receive via email
The European Parliament confirmed its support for the deregulation of patented GMOs/NGTs, and opened the door to their dissemination without any traceability through the regulation on seeds marketing
Vote on EU seed law: Industry attack on diversity largely defeated EU Parliament votes in favour of farmers’ right to seeds – but fails to strengthen the preservation of local and traditional varieties
ECVC calls on the European Parliament and the European Council to suspend their examination of the GMO-NTG deregulation proposal in its current form, which has been found to rest on shaky scientific grounding
A useful advocacy package from Arche Noah, it includes slides and recordings from the November 23 workshop, a position paper and a section on the website
Une nouvelle pétition internationale demande aux institutions de l’UE de revoir la proposition de règlement sur les semences
An international petition to support biodiversity in the fields for fairer and more sustainable food systems needs your support: please sign and share!
This report looks at the possible implications and
consequences of the proposed deregulation of certain genetically
modified (GM) plants
ECLLD at the Session on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture at FAO
