Farm Saved Seed
The Plant Varieties Act 1997 underpins the breeders rights on a protected variety. The legislation can be viewed here:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1997/66/contents
“PBR shall not extend to the use by a farmer for propagating purposes in the field on his own holding of...
Olivia at BSPB here. Myself and other members of the team are happy to chat over the rules if you ever need clarification. You can call us on 01353 653209.
FAQ's can be found here: https://www.bspb.co.uk/faqs/farm-saved-seed/
We reminded you that the sale and/or transfer of farm saved seed is against the law.
There are no sanctions that allow for the movement of farm saved seed and doing so remains illegal.
To trade in Certified Seed of protected varieties, you must hold a BSPB Sub-Licence in addition to being...
Hi! Plant variety rights are granted for 25 years. A variety will be eligible for payment for the duration of that 25 years, unless the rights are terminated by the breeder. Hope that helps.
Olivia at BSPB here. Myself and other members of the team are happy to chat over the rules if you ever need clarification. You can call us on 01353 653209.
We are aware of current conditions. Farm-saved seed is though defined in law as the product of a farmer’s own harvest re-sown on his own holding. The transfer of farm saved seed from one holding to another for sowing whether free, bartered or sold is transgressing the Plant Breeders Rights and...
For someone to trade in seed of protected varieties they must have permission to do so. This is granted, by the holder of rights, in the form of a Sub-Licence, which is issued, on their behalf by BSPB Ltd. In addition, a license is also required to sell any seed from the ministry (APHA) for...
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Please remember that under UK legislation a license is required to sell seed. You can contact our team for more information and to check if you do have a license to sell protected varieties.
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