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Genetically modified maize NK603 × T25

TA-10-2026-0263 · P10_TA(2026)0263 · PE789.023

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Parliament objects to the Commission's renewal of authorisation for genetically modified maize NK603 × T25, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law. It calls on the Commission to repeal the decision, not renew the authorisation due to insufficient evidence on long-term impacts, and to propose a legislative reform of the GMO decision-making procedure.

Key points

  1. Considers that Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1417 exceeds the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
  2. Considers that the decision is not consistent with Union law, as it is incompatible with the aim of Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 to ensure a high level of protection of human life and health, animal health and welfare, and environmental and consumer interests.
  3. Calls on the Commission to repeal Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1417.
  4. Calls on the Commission not to renew the authorisation of the GM maize due to lack of sufficient evidence on long-term impacts on biodiversity, food safety, farmers' livelihoods and animal health, in line with the One Health approach.
  5. Calls on the Commission to submit a legislative proposal to reform the decision-making procedure on GMOs to respond to Parliament's objections and lack of qualified majority support among Member States.
  6. Highlights that authorising imports of GM plants tolerant to herbicides banned in the Union, such as glufosinate, is inconsistent with international commitments and creates an uneven playing field for Union farmers.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which is called on to repeal the decision and not renew authorisation.
  • Union farmers, who face competitive disadvantage from imports not complying with EU standards.
  • Importers of products containing the GM maize, as authorisation may be revoked.

Legal basis: Article 191 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (precautionary principle)