CPVO (Community Plant Variety Office)

The Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) is an agency of the European Union responsible for the protection of new plant varieties. It grants Plant Variety Rights (PVR), which allow breeders to control the use of their innovative plant varieties for a set period, usually 25 years. This encourages agricultural innovation by ensuring that breeders can benefit from their research and investment. The CPVO also facilitates the registration process and helps maintain a balanced market for plant varieties across EU member states, supporting both the agriculture sector and food security.