What information must be included about the location where a plant was discovered?
For newly discovered plants, the patent application must provide information about the location where the plant was found. According to MPEP 1605 and 37 CFR 1.163(a): “For a newly found plant, the specification must particularly point out the location and character of the area where the plant was discovered.” Key points to include: Specific location…
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Describing the asexual reproduction of a plant is a crucial aspect of a plant patent application. According to MPEP 1605 and 37 CFR 1.163(a): “The specification must… particularly point out where and in what manner the variety of plant has been asexually reproduced.” Key elements to include in the description of asexual reproduction: The specific…
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