Today (15/06/22), the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill sees its Second Reading the Parliament, before continuing its legislative process in the House of Lords. AIC has produced a briefing note for members over the Bill.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) have revised the timeline for the remaining steps in the re-evaluation of the renewal of glyphosate in the EU.
The attached Q&A document produced by Defra, provides key information for those businesses and organisations reporting use of Plant Protection Products (PPPs) under the OCR.
Defra have agreed to AIC requests to update members on progress with the development of the Environmental Land Management scheme and other aspects of the Future Farming and Countryside Programme.