B/BE/24/V2

Host organism: Populus tremula x Populus alba (Populus x canescens) (Poplar)
Poplar photo
Trait: 

The genetically modified trees have an altered wood composition

Project title: 
Field evaluation of poplars with a modified wood composition
Company/Institution: 
VIB
Year(s) of release: 
2024-2028
Period of release: 
15/05/2024 to 15/03/2028
Location(s): 
Wetteren, Belgium
Number of sites: 
1
Total surface: 
400 m²
Monitoring measures: 

The plot will be monitored for at least two years for suckers, which will be destroyed using a suitable contact herbicide. If necessary monitoring will be extended until there has been one year without any suckers.

Status: 

Assessed

Type of procedure: 
Standard procedure - Chapter II Royal Decree 21 February 2005

Information related to the decision procedure