Nieuwe Genomische Technieken en Resistentieveredeling
Wander Wageningen, 12 november 2026
Programma
Donderdag 12 november
12:30-13:00
Registration
Registration and welcome with coffe and tea
13:00-17:00
Meeting 'Changes to the Regulations on New Genomic Techniques'
Speakers:
Jillis Grubben, Researcher Plant Genome Editing, Wageningen University & Research
Sjoerd Bijl, policy specialist in intellectual property, Plantum
Ania Lukasiewicz, researcher plant breeding and gene editing, Wageningen University & Research
Laurens Kroon, head of research, Bejo Zaden BV
These experts will provide an in-depth overview of the topic. How does CRISPR-Cas work? What has changed under the new EU regulations? Who owns the patents to the CRISPR-Cas technology, and what are the practical implications? Have breeding companies already begun using this technology, and when can we expect the first commercially available cultivars? In the concluding panel debate, the topic of societal acceptance will be addressed alongside other subjects.
17:00-18:00
Drinks
Drinks and networking
18:00-19:30
Walking dinner
Non-members of the KNPV may attend at their own expense. Please register and pay in advance.
19:30-20:30
Algemene Ledenvergadering KNPV
KNPV-members are welcome to join the ALV (voertaal: Nederlands)