Guidelines and Resources for Plant Variety Protection

UPOV provides information and guidance on various aspects of the UPOV system

  • The Explanatory Notes relate to the substantive provisions of the UPOV Convention 1991 Act, and where applicable, the 1978 Act.
  • The Examination Guidance focuses on the technical examination of a new variety.
  • The Information Documents provide information and guidance on various aspects ranging from the governance of UPOV and membership, to more technical and legal matters.

Resources

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