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New Zealand announces plans to strengthen plant variety rights

2026-05-15T05:20:00+01:00By

Industry leaders welcome the proposed changes noting opportunities to bring more high-value varieties to market

  • New Zealand announces plans to strengthen plant variety rights

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Industry leaders welcome the proposed changes noting opportunities to bring more high-value varieties to market

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Gareth Edgecombe says proposed changes to PVR Act will provide greater confidence for investment in new products