New Safeguards Against GM Seed Introduction
New measures are being developed to guard against the accidental introduction of genetically-modified seed. Officials are working on a seed testing system and best practice guidelines to provide backup to the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act (HSNO), which controls the deliberate introduction of new species, and the Biosecurity Act.
Inspection systems will be developed to enable biosecurity officers and HSNO enforcement officers to consistently inspect imported seeds. The new arrangements should be completed by March when seed supply arrangements for the new growing season commence.
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The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Pastoral House
25 The Terrace
PO Box 2526, Wellington
Tel: 0800 00 83 33
Fax: +64 4 894 0720
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