Avoid using genetically modified forest plants and seeds in forest planting

Habitat Function Type of work
Forest
High-quality timber
Afforestation / reforestation

Afforestation aims to change land use from non-forest to forest land in a way that ensures the long-term sustainability and productivity of new forests, as well as rapid carbon sequestration and high quality timber.

Description of the action

Avoid using genetically modified forest plants and tree seeds.

Why?

Forest processes occur very slowly, and based on the precautionary principle, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) should not be used in forests.