What information must be included in a plant patent application under UPOV?
Under the UPOV Convention requirements, a plant patent application must include specific information. The MPEP states: Pursuant to 37 CFR 1.76(b)(3), the Latin name and the variety denomination for the plant claimed may be included in an application data sheet (ADS). Additionally, the application must include a proposed variety denomination, which will be evaluated by…
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When describing environmental conditions in a plant patent application, it’s important to provide detailed information about the growing conditions of the plant. According to MPEP 1605: “The specification should also include the following: … (E) Information concerning environmental conditions (when appropriate).” This may include details such as: Soil type and composition Watering frequency and amount…
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