Extend the validity of certificate for plant variety protection to 5 years
Reform IDF252
DescriptionThe certificates for Plant Variety Protection were issued with a shorter validity period, requiring frequent renewals. This leads to administrative burden, increased compliance costs for breeders, and potential disruptions in protection and commercialization of plant varieties.
DepartmentPlant Breeders' Rights Registry (PBRR)
Jurisdiction / LocationFederal - Entire Pakistan
SectorAgriculture and Livestock
Start Date18-08-2025
Target Deadline19-11-2025
Date Enacted10-09-2025
Implementation StatusCompleted
Progress 100%
CCORR DirectionSimplify
Cost Savings PKR (Mil.)0.236
Evidence