Regulation on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council
This resolution expresses the European Parliament's objection to the renewal of authorisation for genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603. The Parliament believes the Commission's decision to renew the authorisation exceeds its powers and is inconsistent with EU law. The decision affects companies seeking to place products containing or produced from this specific genetically modified maize on the EU market. It also impacts farmers who might use this maize, potentially influencing their weed management practices and reliance on herbicides. The Parliament highlights concerns regarding the increased use of herbicides associated with herbicide-tolerant GM crops, potential negative impacts on biodiversity, soil and water quality, and human health. It also raises questions about the assessment of Bt toxins and their interaction with herbicide residues. The resolution calls on the Commission to repeal the renewal decision and submit a new draft, urging it not to authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops due to associated risks. It also calls for alignment of EU standards with international commitments on sustainability and biodiversity.
Analysis
An application for the renewal of the authorisation of genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603 was submitted by Corteva Agriscience Belgium BV and Bayer Agriculture BV.
What changes
- The resolution calls on the Commission to repeal Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2628 and submit a new draft to the committee.
- The resolution calls on the Commission not to authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops.
Expected impact
- Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2628 is considered by the Parliament to exceed the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
- Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/24628 is considered not consistent with Union law, specifically the aim of Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 to ensure a high level of protection for human life and health, animal health and welfare, and environmental and consumer interests.
- Authorising herbicide-tolerant GM crops is considered incoherent with the Union’s international commitments under the UN SDGs and the UN CBD, including the Kunming-Montreal Framework.
Limitations
- The document is a resolution of the European Parliament and does not contain the full text of the Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2628 or the EFSA scientific opinion, limiting the ability to analyze the specific technical details of the risk assessment.
- The document does not provide detailed economic data or projections related to the authorisation or non-authorisation of the GM maize.
- The document does not contain specific details on the 'complementary herbicides' referred to in relation to herbicide-tolerant GM crops.
Shadow Rapporteurs
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