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Written question asked by Lord Beaumont of Whitley (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 October 1998. It was answered by Lord Donoughue (Labour) on Thursday, 22 October 1998.


Donoughue, Lord

Question
Whether they have received an application for the use of glufosinate ammonium on genetically engineered crop varieties as a broad spectrum herbicide on the growing crop; and, if so, which company made the application and for which crop varieties; and when the decision will be announced. [HL 3396]. - Inc fact that details of applications for approval of a pesticide are commercially confidential.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
593 c187-8WA; HL 3396
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Applications Crops Genetically modified organisms Pesticides Pesticides Safety Directorate Weedkillers