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,…
1) I create a new variety of plants, Do I have protection as a breeder?
Yes, the breeders that have developed or created a new variety can request the recognition of their right over the variety…
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…
