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Japan launches online application system for new variety registration

The MAFF Electric Application System for Plant Variety Protection (EASPVP), based on The Plant Variety Protection and Seed Act, was launched in Japan on 26 March 2018.

The PVP system is a national registration system of new plant variety for protecting breeders’ right as one of the intellectual property rights. The number of current registration for plant variety is around 1,000 per year (the fifth largest in the world), and by introducing the MAFF EAS system with user-friendly application tool, it is expected to improve convenience and efficiency for applicants.

MAFF EAS started from 9am, March 26, 2018 (Japan Time). After March 26, applicants can file an application form as well as pay for an application and a registration fee electronically.

Applicants may still choose to submit an application form by the existing method (paper/mail).

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