Updates and seed law: the seed industry aims to dominate a more challenging agriculture
The seed industry is focusing on developing resilient crop varieties to maintain yields amidst increasing variability in agricultural conditions.
Seeds: The Liaison Table presented a proposal to the Government to reform current law and regulate self-use
In Argentina, the Liaison Table presented a proposal to the government to reform existing seed legislation amidst debates on adopting the UPOV-91 agreement, while still adhering to the UPOV-78 framework.
Seed Law: What a Proposal That the Link Table Could Present to the Government Regarding Payment for Own Use Says
The proposal discussed by Argentina's agricultural group Mesa de Enlace recommends allowing producers to save and replant legally acquired seeds with an agreed payment structure.
UPOV-91 or seed law: the hot debate between producers and the seed industry
The proposed adherence of Argentina to the UPOV-91 agreement has sparked a significant backlash among local producers who argue for an update to the existing seed law instead.