[Gert Würtenberger, Karin Grau-Kuntz]
About this handbook
Introduction
Chapter I – Object of Protection and Entitlement to PVR
I. What is protectable as a variety according to the UPOV Convention
1) The definition of the notion “variety” and its requirements
2) Material conditions for grant of a Plant Variety Right
- a) Requirements for DUS characteristics
- b) Type of characteristics
- c) Distinctness
- d) Uniformity
- e) Stability
4) Differences between Plant Breeder´s Rights and Patent
Chapter II – Steps for Grant of Protection
1) Formal Requirements
3) Examination of Distinctness, Uniformity and Stability
- a) Basic Information: How the CPVO performs DUS examination
- b) Submission of plant material
- c) Performance of DUS Examination – Relevance of the Technical Protocols
4) Decision on the Application
(Chapter III – coming soon!)