Community Plant Variety Rights

Community Plant Variety Rights (CPVR) is a legal framework in the European Union designed to protect new plant varieties. It grants breeders exclusive rights to produce and sell their innovative plants for a set period, usually up to 25 years. This protection encourages investment in plant breeding by ensuring that breeders can reap the benefits of their work. To qualify, a new variety must be distinct, uniform, and stable. CPVR helps promote agricultural diversity and innovation while ensuring that farmers and consumers have access to high-quality plant varieties.