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GMOs in Seed Testing: the ISTA Perspective Enrico Noli International Seed Testing Association GMO Committee 2nd International Workshop of GMO-analysis Networking Seed strategic element for development • The first step in the food chain • Seed is the vehicle of genetic innovation • A steady availability of seed (seed security) is necessary for efficient agricultural production • High quality seed is an important mean for achieving successful agricultural production 2nd International Workshop of GMO-analysis Networking Seed Quality Physical Physiological • Specific purity • Viability • Absence of weeds • Germinability • 1000-Seed Weight • Vigour • Moisture Genetic Health • Varietal Identity • Absence of Pathogens • Varietal Purity GMO presence Trait Purity 2nd International Workshop of GMO-analysis Networking • The availability of reliable and internationally accepted methods and of an appropriate technical infrastructure for seed quality testing are essential in the current scenario 2nd International Workshop of GMO-analysis Networking
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