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DIR 191

Commercial import and distribution of chrysanthemum genetically modified for altered flower colour

Licence details

Licence number:
DIR 191
Licence status:
Current
Category:
Agricultural
Release:
Commercial
Organisation:

International Flower Developments Pty Ltd

Parent organism:

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum x morifolium Ramat.)

Modified trait:

Altered flower colour, Selectable marker - antibiotic

Licence issue date:
Description:

This licence authorises International Flower Developments Pty Ltd to commercially import and distribute chrysanthemums genetically modified for altered flower colour. The GM chrysanthemum cut flowers may be sold throughout Australia for ornamental use. The GM chrysanthemums will not be grown in Australia, and will not be used in commercial human food or animal feed.

The Regulator has not imposed specific measures to manage risk, as the risk assessment concluded that these dealings with the GM chrysanthemums pose negligible risks to the health and safety of people or the environment. Licence conditions have been imposed to prohibit growing the GM chrysanthemums in Australia and ensure that there is ongoing oversight of the release.

The risk analysis for this application was carried out in accordance with the Regulator’s Risk Analysis Framework.

Date application received:
RARMP open for public consultation:
RARMP closed for public consultation:

Documents

Licence decision - notification

Outlines the Regulator’s decision to issue a licence following the assessment of this application.

Licence decision - Q&A

FAQs on the licence application and the Regulator’s decision to issue a licence for this application.

Risk assessment and risk management plan - summary

A summary of the Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plan prepared as part of the assessment of this application. It provides a brief description of the licence application, the risk assessment and risk management plan.

Risk assessment and risk management plan - full version

The final risk assessment and management plan prepared to support the Regulator's decision. It describes the GMO(s) and proposed work with the GMO(s) and provides an assessment of potential risks posed by the GMO(s). It also includes a summary of submissions received during the public consultation process.

Licence conditions

Sets out the licence conditions imposed by the Regulator, including the licence holder’s general and specific obligations and reporting requirements.

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