Source: BUS Sachsen-Anhalt (Linie6PLus)

Request information from the location register for genetically modified organisms (non-public part)

Description

The site register for genetically modified organisms registers all areas where GMOs are released for scientific purposes or cultivated for commercial purposes in Germany.

The site register is composed of a public and a non-public part. The public part contains general, freely accessible information about the location and use of these areas. The non-public part also contains personal data such as names and addresses.

To obtain information from the non-public part of the site register, you must submit an application.

Note: You can view the public part of the site register without submitting an application (see also "Viewing the site register for genetically modified organisms (public part)).

Requirements

Proof of the legitimate interest in the data
the interest of the data subject in the protection of this data is not higher

Which documents are required?

Proof of the location of your property and the property on which genetically modified organisms are released or cultivated.
(for example, a scaled section of a map on which you have marked both plots of land, or information from the land registry about the distance between the two plots of land)
Proof of ownership or use of your land (for example, a copy of the lease or purchase agreement)
Identity card (simple copy)

Written form required: yes

Personal appearance required: no

Request for information on personal data pursuant to Section 16a (5) of the Genetic Engineering Act (GenTG) concerning the cultivation of genetically modified organisms

Process flow

You can request information from the location register in writing using the form provided:

Download the form online and print it out.
Complete the form and attach the necessary supporting documents.
Submit the application documents to the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety.
You will then receive the requested information by mail or, if applicable, information about the rejection of your application.