19Certificate is conclusive proof that plant is genetically modified

19 Certificate is conclusive proof that plant is genetically modified

19 Certificate is conclusive proof that plant is genetically modified

(1) For the purposes of this Act, a certificate signed by the person in charge of an approved laboratory stating that—

(a) an approved test has been conducted on a plant, and

(b) the approved test shows that the plant has been genetically modified,

is conclusive proof that the plant has been genetically modified.

(2) In this section—

approved laboratory means—

(a) a laboratory that is accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia, or

(b) such other laboratory as may be prescribed by the regulations.

approved test means—

(a) a Polymerase Chain Reaction test, or

(b) such other test as may be prescribed by the regulations.