What is the UPOV Convention?
The UPOV Convention, or International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants, is an international agreement that provides intellectual property protection for plant breeders. According to the MPEP, The International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (generally known by its French acronym as “UPOV Convention”) was adopted on December 2,…
Read MoreWhat is the historical background of plant patent protection in the United States?
The history of plant patent protection in the United States is rooted in legislative changes and court interpretations. Key points include: The Plant Patent Act of 1930 amended the pre-existing patent statute to include plant patents. The Patent Act of 1952 separated plant patent provisions from utility patent provisions, creating 35 U.S.C. 161. In 1954,…
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