Genetically modified (GM) flaxseed proficiency testing

The presence of genetically modified flaxseed may affect contractual or quality assurance requirements for some markets. The Canadian Grain Commission offers a proficiency testing program for laboratories performing DNA-based tests to detect unauthorized genetically modified events in flaxseed.

One type of DNA-based proficiency test is available for flaxseed:

Qualitative real time PCR test – FP967 (CDC Triffid) in flaxseed

Program features

Participants will receive:

six samples of flaxseed DNA spiked with different concentrations of FP967 and a negative FP967 sample, once per year
a notification email when the proficiency test samples are shipped that includes information on the deadline for submitting results
a confidential and unique laboratory code
a form for submitting results
a final report with their results and the results of all other participants (identified only by laboratory code)

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To enrol in flaxseed proficiency testing or if you have questions about the program, please contact our quality management team at labquality-qualitelabos@grainscanada.gc.ca.

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2026-09-08

Genetically modified (GM) flaxseed proficiency testing

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