About UPOV International Union for Protection of New Varieties of Plants
The International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) is an intergovernmental organization established in 1961 to provide an effective system of plant variety protection. Our mission is to encourage the development of new plant varieties for the benefit of society.
UPOV administers the UPOV Convention, which provides a legal framework for plant variety protection implemented by its members.
Under this framework, breeders of new plant varieties are granted an intellectual property right known as the breeder’s right, which incentivizes innovation in plant breeding.
About UPOV International Union for Protection of New Varieties of Plants
The International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) is an intergovernmental organization established in 1961 to provide an effective system of plant variety protection. Our mission is to encourage the development of new plant varieties for the benefit of society.
UPOV administers the UPOV Convention, which provides a legal framework for plant variety protection implemented by its members.
Under this framework, breeders of new plant varieties are granted an intellectual property right known as the breeder’s right, which incentivizes innovation in plant breeding.
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Overview
Find information on the UPOV Secretariat and the different UPOV bodies - undertsand their remit and who is currently Chairing them
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News
Stay updated with the latest news from UPOV, including recent announcements, advancements in plant variety protection, and upcoming events
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Members
Find information on UPOV members and their focal points
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Job opportunities
Explore job opportunities at UPOV, offering a chance to contribute to international efforts in plant variety protection and agricultural advancement
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Publications
Explore UPOV's publications for in-depth research and resources on plant variety protection, helping stakeholders stay informed about legal and technical updates and key topics
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Meetings and events
Upcoming Meetings, Seminars and Webinars at UPOV
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Observers
Find information on UPOV observers and their status in relation to UPOV