Law on the protection of plant varieties.

Subject

Cultivated plants

Keyword

Basic legislation Plant variety Inspection Breeders' rights/farmers' rights Intellectual property rights/patents

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Northern Europe

Entry into force notes

Entry into force from the date of its official publication.

Abstract

The plant varieties which have been registered in accordance with this Law and belong to the botanical genera and species referred to in the Annex attached to the present Law shall be protected by a breeder’s right. The document consists of VIII Chapters and contains 48 Articles. Chapter I lays down the general provisions. Chapter II deals with the application for variety registration and examination of it. Chapter III regards breeder’s right. Chapter IV concerns utilization of a registered variety. Chapter V regards cancellation of registration and other amendments to the register. Chapter VI establishes liability for violation of the rights of an owner of a variety and procedural provisions. Chapter VII regards international agreements. Chapter VIII lays down the transitional provisions.

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Cabinet Regulation No.33 of 2000 regarding state fees for the protection of plant breeders’ rights.

Legislation | Latvia | 2000

Keyword: Breeders' rights/farmers' rights, Institution, Plant variety, Royalties/fees, Intellectual property rights/patents

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Plant Varieties Protection Law (2002)

Legislation | Latvia | 2002 (2010)

Keyword: Intellectual property rights/patents, Breeders' rights/farmers' rights, Plant variety, Viticulture/oenological practices, Contract/agreement, Authorization/permit, Basic legislation, Genetic resources, Procedural matters

Source: FAO, FAOLEX