In the context of modern agriculture, plant varieties are not only biological resources but also valuable intellectual assets. A new plant variety can create a strong competitive advantage, expand market opportunities and deliver long-term economic benefits for enterprises, research institutes and breeders. Therefore, registering plant variety protection in accordance with the law is an essential step to safeguard the rights of the owner.
Tran & Tran is a pioneer in providing plant variety protection services in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia. With an experienced team of specialists and internationally aligned procedures, we are committed to delivering reliable, accurate and effective services.
1. What is plant variety protection?
A plant variety is defined as a plant population that exhibits stable genetic characteristics, can be clearly identified through distinguishable traits and can be differentiated from other varieties. These characteristics must remain consistent across multiple generations of propagation.
Plant variety protection is established through a Plant Variety Protection Certificate issued by the Department of Crop Production under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. This certificate grants the owner exclusive rights within the scope permitted by law and protects the variety from unauthorized use or infringement.
2. Conditions for plant variety protection
To be granted a Protection Certificate, a plant variety must meet the following criteria:
Distinctness:
The variety must have at least one clearly distinguishable characteristic compared to all varieties known prior to the application date.
Uniformity:
Individuals within the variety must display consistent characteristics throughout the evaluation process.
Stability:
The variety’s characteristics must remain unchanged over successive propagation cycles.
Appropriate denomination:
The name of the plant variety must be easy to identify, distinguishable and not identical or confusingly similar to existing protected varieties.
3. Plant variety protection procedure at Tran & Tran
Plant variety protection requires thorough technical documentation, scientific evidence and strict compliance with legal regulations. Tran & Tran provides a full-service solution through a clear and efficient process:
Initial consultation:
We analyze the characteristics of the variety, assess its potential to meet DUS criteria and propose an appropriate protection strategy.
Preparation of technical documents:
Clients are guided to prepare plant samples, detailed descriptions, technical forms and supporting materials in accordance with international standards.
Application filing and monitoring:
Tran & Tran represents clients in working with the Department of Crop Production, monitors the application process and responds to requests for additional documents.
DUS testing organization:
This crucial stage verifies the distinctness, uniformity and stability of the variety. We coordinate with accredited testing units and supervise the entire testing process.
Certificate issuance:
Once the variety meets all requirements, the client is granted a Plant Variety Protection Certificate and receives instructions on lawful exploitation of their rights.
4. Benefits of plant variety protection
Plant variety protection offers significant advantages to the owner:
Exclusive rights to the commercial exploitation of the variety for the entire protection term (20 to 25 years depending on the species).
Legal protection against unauthorized use, propagation, production or commercialization.
Increased value of the variety in technology transfer, production partnerships and commercial agreements.
A solid legal foundation for developing agricultural brands and expanding markets domestically and internationally.
5. Why choose Tran & Tran?
Tran & Tran has supported numerous enterprises, research institutes and breeding centers nationwide in registering protection for hundreds of plant varieties. Our credibility is built upon:
Extensive practical experience in handling plant variety protection cases.
A team of experts knowledgeable in both technical and legal aspects of agricultural regulations.
Comprehensive support from trait description to completion of specialized documentation.
A transparent, scientific workflow that minimizes risks of application rejection.
Reasonable and clearly structured service fees optimized for each type of variety.
With the core principles of dedication, accuracy and efficiency, Tran & Tran is committed to delivering the best plant variety protection solutions tailored to each client.
6. Contact for consultation
For detailed consultation on plant variety protection procedures, please contact:
Tran & Tran Intellectual Property Co., Ltd.
Room 802, Talico Building, 22 Ho Giam Street, Hanoi
Email: ip@trantran.vn
Hotline: +84 24 3732 7466
Working hours: 08:30 AM – 5:30 PM
We are ready to accompany you in protecting and maximizing the value of your agricultural intellectual assets in a safe, effective and sustainable manner.
