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Genetically modified maize DP910521

TA-10-2025-0014 · P10_TA(2025)0014 · PE766.932

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Parliament objects to the Commission's draft decision authorising genetically modified maize DP910521, which produces the Cry1B.34 toxin and tolerates the herbicide glufosinate. It calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and not authorise the maize, citing risks to biodiversity, food safety and health.

Key points

  1. Considers the draft decision exceeds implementing powers under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 and is inconsistent with Union law's aim of ensuring high protection of health and the environment.
  2. Calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft implementing decision and submit a new draft to the committee.
  3. Calls on the Commission to ensure convergence of standards with trade partners to meet Union safety standards.
  4. Calls on the Commission not to authorise the GM maize due to increased risks to biodiversity, food safety and workers' health, in line with the One Health approach.
  5. Expects the Commission to urgently propose ensuring hazardous chemicals banned in the Union are not produced for export.
  6. Welcomes the Commission's 2020 recognition of sustainability in GMO authorisations but expresses disappointment that it continues to authorise GMOs despite Parliament's objections.
  7. Urges the Commission to take into account Union obligations under international agreements and to accompany draft implementing acts with an explanatory memorandum on 'do no harm'.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which is called on to withdraw the draft decision and not authorise the maize.
  • Farmers and agricultural systems, as the text highlights risks of herbicide reliance and biodiversity loss.

Legal basis: Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003, in particular Article 7(3) and Article 19(3)