Plant varieties are the backbone of agriculture and horticulture, providing the diversity necessary for food security, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity. They result from the selective breeding and genetic improvement of plants, aimed at enhancing yield, resilience to diseases…
Plant variety intellectual property (IP) rights are critical to the success and sustainability of agriculture in Latin America. With its diverse climate, geography, and crops, the region has long been a hub of agricultural innovation, with plant breeders and…
By Miriam Silvestri. Patents Engineer.
On March 17, 2022, the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) has issued specific guidance regarding the examination of inventions related to plant transformation events (Elite events) and accessory inventions related to Elite events,…
By Marco Garcia Euroza. Lawyer.
On June 28, 2021, the Mexican Supreme Court canceled the prohibition stated in the Mexican General Health Law related to the consumption and recreative use of cannabis and THC. The cancelation is part of…
