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30th NBC Meeting
The 30th National Biosafety Committee (NBC) meeting, convened on November 8th, 2024, at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC & EC). Under the chairmanship of Secretary MoCC & EC and along with the Director-General Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) and committee members, the meeting addressed crucial GMO-related cases. The committee unanimously approved multiple initiatives, including laboratory genetic manipulation research, field trials, and the import of GM Soybean grain for Food, Feed, and Processing (FFP). This comprehensive approval, based on the Technical Advisory Committee's (TAC) recommendations, demonstrates Pakistan's dedication to harnessing biotechnology responsibly for national development, particularly in advancing food security and sustainable agriculture. These decisions reflect the country's commitment to integrating innovative technologies while maintaining environmental stewardship standards.
November 08, 2024
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37th TAC Meeting
The 37th Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting was held at the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) on November 4th, 2024, marking a crucial advancement in the nation's biosafety protocols. Under the chairmanship of the Director General Pak-EPA, the committee conducted thorough evaluations of multiple biosafety cases. The agenda encompassed the review of 02 laboratory genetic manipulation cases, 01 field trial application, and import proposals from 07 companies seeking approval for GM soybean grain for Food, Feed, and Processing (FFP). This comprehensive assessment demonstrates Pakistan's dedication to maintaining rigorous biosafety standards in biotechnology applications. The committee's recommendations have been finalized for presentation at the upcoming National Biosafety Committee (NBC) meeting, reflecting the country's systematic approach to biosafety regulation and technological advancement in the agricultural sector.
November 04, 2024
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29th NBC Meeting
The 29th National Biosafety Committee (NBC) approved the country's first-ever Genetically Modified (GM) Soybean for import. The pivotal meeting, held on October 23, 2024, at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC) in Islamabad. It was chaired by the Secretary of MoCC&EC along with the Director General of Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency, Islamabad and esteemed NBC members.
October 23, 2024
Read MoreCases
| Category | Cases Approved / Under Review | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Work | 163 cases approved | 2008-2024 |
| Field Trial | 289 cases approved | 2008-2024 |
| Commercialization | 74 cases approved | 2009-2024 |
| FFP | 47 cases approved | 2024 |
Departments
Federal Seed Certification and Registration Department (FSC&RD)
FSC&RD is an attached department of the Ministry of National Food Security and Research responsible for controlling and regulating the quality of seeds of various varieties of crops and for matters connected therewith.
Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC)
Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) is the apex national organization working in close collaboration with other federal and provincial institutions in the country to provide science based solutions to agriculture of Pakistan through its statutory functions.
Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC) Multan
Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC) is responsible for the improvement and development of growing, marketing and manufacturing of cotton and cotton by-products, through an extensive program of research and development, in all its conceivable aspects.
Punjab Seed Corporation
Punjab Seed Corporation is providing basic and certified seed of wheat, paddy, cotton (Fuzzy and Delinted), pulses, vegetables and fodder crops in different varieties.
Department of Plant Protection (DPP)
The Department of Plant Protection (DPP) is a department of the Ministry of National Food Security and Research and this department was established in 1977. It offers courses and research methods for the control of major pests. It works under the following pieces of legislation and regulation of the Government of Pakistan: (i) Plant Quarantine Act 1976 (ii) Agricultural Pesticide Rules and (iii) Agricultural Pesticide Ordinance
Email:
bch@environment.gov.pk
Call:
+92-51-9250713
Location:
Pak-EPA, Plot # 42, Street # 06, H-8/2, Islamabad.