Trait
Modification of three genes expressed under field conditions
Host organism
Zea mays
(Maize)
Project title
Scientific field evaluation of field-specific maize genes
Company / Institution
VIB
Year(s) of release
2026
Period of release
01/05/2026 to 31/07/2026
Location(s)
Wetteren, Belgium
Number of sites
1
Total surface
90 m²
Containment measures
The plants will remain in the field only for a short period, until they reach the V7 growth stage. They will therefore not enter the reproductive stage and will not flower. Consequently, they will produce neither pollen nor seeds.
Monitoring measures
The trial will be monitored through visual inspections. These inspections will be carried out at regular intervals (at least twice per month).
Status
Authorized
Type of procedure
Standard procedure - Chapter II Royal Decree 21 February 2005
B/BE/26/V1 - Informationsblatt für die Öffentlichkeit (vom Anmelder erstellt)