Plant variety Protection Certificate

A Plant Variety Protection Certificate is a legal document that grants exclusive rights to breeders of new plant varieties. It ensures that they can control the reproduction, sale, and distribution of their unique plants for a certain period, typically 20 to 25 years. This certification encourages innovation in agriculture by rewarding breeders for their time and investment in developing improved crops, which can lead to better yields, disease resistance, and environmental sustainability. By protecting these varieties, it also promotes biodiversity and helps support the livelihoods of farmers and the agricultural industry.