Biotechnology


Biotechnology

Biotechnology

OECD Definition- "The application of science and technology to living organisms, as well as parts, products and models thereof, to alter living or non-living materials for the production of knowledge, goods and services". .... more>>


Genetic Modification

Genetic modification

The technique of removing, modifying or adding genes to a DNA molecule in order to change the information it contains. By changing this information, genetic engineering changes the type or amount of proteins an organism is capable of producing." –About Biotechnology ... more>>



Bibliography

Information resources

Links to information on biotechnology ... more>>


Regulatory Agencies

Regulatory & advisory agencies

Links to agencies that regulate or advise on biotechnology in New Zealand ... more>>


Register of conditionally released genetically modified (GM) crop site locations and location controls

The locations of and location controls on conditionally released genetically modified (GM) crops ... more>>


 

Contact for Enquiries

Manager, Innovation Policy
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
PO Box 2526
Wellington
NEW ZEALAND

Phone: +64 4 894 0618
Fax: +64 4 4 894 0741
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