Plant Variety Law

Plant Variety Law: Securing Innovation in Agriculture and Horticulture

Turkey’s commitment to protecting innovations in plant breeding is exemplified by its accession to the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) Convention. This adherence reflects a dedication to international standards in the realm of agricultural and horticultural innovation. Alongside, the country has adopted the Protection of Breeder’s Rights of New Plant Variety Law, which provides a legal framework for the protection of breeders’ intellectual property rights in new plant varieties.

Consulting and Protecting Breeder’s Rights

At ASY LEGAL, we provide specialized consultation services to companies and individuals engaged in developing new plant varieties. Recognizing the crucial role of breeders in agricultural advancement, our services are focused on securing and protecting their rights. This includes:

  • Guidance on Breeder’s Rights: We offer expert advice on the scope and limitations of breeder’s rights under Turkish law and international conventions.
  • Registration of Plant Varieties: Our team assists clients in the registration process for their new plant varieties, ensuring that their innovations receive legal protection. This includes preparing and filing the necessary documentation and navigating the administrative procedures involved.
  • Enforcement and Defense of Rights: We advocate for our clients in enforcing their rights against unauthorized use of their plant varieties and defend them in any legal disputes related to their breeder’s rights.

Achieving Plant Variety Law Goals

Our approach is not only about legal compliance but also about helping our clients achieve their broader goals in plant variety development. This includes:

  • Strategic Planning: We assist clients in formulating strategies that maximize the commercial potential of their new plant varieties while ensuring legal protection.
  • Market Positioning: Our team advises on market positioning and commercialization strategies for new plant varieties, considering both domestic and international markets.
  • Ongoing Legal Support: We provide ongoing legal support to our clients as they navigate the evolving landscape of plant variety law, ensuring that their rights remain protected as they continue to innovate.