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Regulation of NGT plants in Europe- Polish Presidency proposes an alternative solution to the Patent ban
In the latest development on the new proposed legislation for the regulation of NGT (gene-edited) plants in the EU, the Polish Presidency have proposed an amendment which removes the proposed …
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IP Ingredients: The not so “Impossible” Burger
Meat alternatives are a hot topic with the increase in popularity of vegetarianism and veganism, highlighted by this month being “veganuary”. However, at time when meat alternatives are coming under …
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Update on the Precision Breeding Act 2023: details emerge of the new simplified regulatory pathway for gene edited plant and animal derived food and feed products
The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act 2023 could come into force as early as spring 2025. It empowers the Food Standards Agency (FSA) to create a new simplified regulatory pathway …
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Agritech Thymes: Arusha Protocol Enters into Force
Since being introduced in July 2015, the Arusha protocol for the protection of novel plant varieties in Africa has finally entered into force on the 24th November 2024, after ratification …
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IP Ingredients: How the trademark landscape is adapting to the NoLo trend
Beverage producer and brand owner? This article may be for you, as changes in how EU trademark authorities compare alcoholic and non-alcoholic products make it easier for brand owners to …
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Agritech Thymes: The EPO Looks at the Morality and Patentability of Therapeutics Derived from Traditional Knowledge
This case (T2510/181) heard before the Technical Boards of Appeal at the EPO in May 2024 relates to the morality and novelty of substances of a natural origin. The invention …
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IP Ingredients: Trends in FoodTech Innovation
Click the button below to download the infographic. This article was prepared by Partner and Patent Attorney Jennifer Bailey and Trade Mark Director Tanya Waller
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Agritech Thymes: Exploring the Agritech IP landscape – past trends and future insights
The agrifood patent landscape analysis recently reported by WIPO provides interesting insights into key areas of innovation and the IP strategies being adopted. The agrifood industry, encompassing both agritech and …
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IP Ingredients: Can you patent a flavour?
If you’ve developed a new drink or food with a distinct flavour or mouthfeel and aren’t sure if it’s patentable, then this article may be for you. We explore broadly …
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