Research and analysis

Genetically modified organisms: Lallemand UK Limited (GM/26/01S)

An application from Lallemand UK Limited to market a genetically modified yeast in Scotland (reference GM/26/01S).

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
• Published: 28 October 2026

Applies to Scotland

Documents

Part A7: Application for consent to market genetically modified organisms (SASA)

https://www.sasa.gov.uk/sites/default/files/GM_26_01_S_-_Lallemand_Part_A7.pdf

Details

Lallemand UK Limited (representing Danstar Ferment A.G.) has applied to Scottish ministers for consent to market genetically modified yeast for brewing sour beer in Scotland.

Scottish ministers are required to assess the application, drawing on scientific advice from the Advisory Committee on Releases to the Environment (ACRE). When completed, we will publish this assessment and invite representation on any risks of damage being caused to the environment by the release applied for in this application.

For more information on this application:

• visit the Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA) page on applications for research releases
• contact gminspectorate@sasa.gov.scot

Marketing applications for this organism has also been made in England and Wales. See all genetically modified organisms: applications, decisions and notifications.