Regulation on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified MON 94804, 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 European Commission's draft decision to allow genetically modified maize MON 94804 onto the market for food and feed. The maize, developed by Bayer, is engineered to be shorter by reducing gibberellic acid production. The application also covers its use in products other than food and feed, excluding cultivation. Concerns include the potential for the artificial microRNA used in the modification to have unintended effects on other plant functions and its persistence. Questions remain about the impact of reduced gibberellins on plant processes beyond height, especially under stress. The Parliament argues the draft decision is inconsistent with EU law's aim for a high level of protection for health and the environment. It calls for the Commission to withdraw the draft and submit a new one, citing insufficient data and lack of qualified Member State support.
Analysis
The European Parliament adopted a resolution on a draft Commission implementing decision concerning genetically modified maize MON 94804.
What changes
- The European Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft implementing decision for authorising genetically modified maize MON 94804.
- The resolution urges the Commission to take into account Union obligations under international agreements like the Paris Climate Agreement.
Expected impact
- The European Parliament believes the draft decision exceeds implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
- The lack of a qualified majority of Member States in the Appeal Committee indicates insufficient support for the authorisation.
- The Commission is urged to submit a new draft implementing decision, implying the current one is not acceptable.
Limitations
- The document does not contain specific details on the economic or social impacts of authorising genetically modified maize MON 94804.
- The document does not provide information on the specific mechanisms by which the artificial miRNA functions beyond its intended purpose.
- The document does not detail the exact composition or characteristics of the products containing or consisting of the GM maize.
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