UPOV (International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants)

The International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) is an international organization that aims to protect the rights of plant breeders. Established in 1961, it provides a legal framework that allows breeders to obtain exclusive rights to new plant varieties they develop. This encourages innovation in agriculture by ensuring that breeders can benefit financially from their work while also expanding the diversity of crop options available. UPOV promotes cooperation among member countries to standardize plant variety protection, helping to foster global agricultural development and sustainability.