Laws and Legislation
The Arusha Protocol for the
Protection of New Varieties of Plants was adopted in Arusha, the United
Republic of Tanzania, on 6 July 2015.
Four Member States, namely Cabo Verde, Ghana, Rwanda, Sào Tomé, and Príncipe, have deposited their instruments of ratification or accession with the Director General of ARIPO. Thus, the Protocol will enter into force on 24 November 2024, 12 months after the
fourth Member State, Ghana, deposited its instrument of ratification on 24
November 2023.
Once in force, the Protocol will enable ARIPO to grant and protect breeders’ rights and administer such rights on behalf of the designated contracting States.
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What is Plant Varieties Protection?
Plant Varieties Protection involves the protection of breeders’ rights and applies to all plant genera and species. PVP allows farmers to access a wide range of improved varieties to contribute to the attainment of food security and economic development.