Środowisko i energia · 28/11/1994

Receipt of a Notification to Conduct Small-Scale Field Testing of a Genetically-Engineered Microbial Pesticide

EPA has received from American Cyanamid Company of New Jersey a notification (241-NMP-E) of intent to conduct small-scale field testing involving a baculovirus Autographa californica Multiple Nuclear Polyhedrosis Virus (ACMNPV) which has been genetically engineered to contain an insect-specific protein toxin from the venom of the scorpion Androctonus australis. American Cyanamid intends to test this microbial pesticide on lettuce, cabbage and leafy vegetables in the states of Florida and Texas. Target pests for these field trials include the cabbage looper and the tobacco budworm. The Agency has determined that the application may be of regional and national significance. Therefore, in accordance with 40 CFR 172.11(a), the Agency is soliciting public comments on this application.