2.1 PATENTS

In Australia Patents Law is administered by IP Australia and the web site should be the key reference point for anyone interested in more detail on patents.

In summary, a patent is a right granted for any device, substance, method or process which is new, inventive and useful. Plant material can be patented if it meets the criteria.

In Australia both Plant Breeder's Rights and Patents can co-exist for the same genus and species.

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