The following flow chart provides an overview of the procedure involved in obtaining a consent for a Part B deliberate Release in accordance with Part II of the Genetically Modified organism (GMO) (Deliberate Release) Regulations S.I. No 73 of 2001. Part B Deliberate Release flow chart and timeframes
Check the Part B release guidance note (MS Word, 62KB) for assistance and guidance on applying to the EPA for consent for a Part B release. Part B release - Deliberate Release of a GMO for purposes other than placing on the market - Guidance Note 62 (KB)
Notification procedure for the Deliberate release into the environment of genetically modified crops for purposes other than placing on the market – Field trials in accordance with Article 14 of the GMO (Deliberate Release) Regulations S.I. No 500 of 2003. This document sets out the legislative requirements and procedure to be followed when applying for a consent for a Part B Deliberate Release of GMOs.
