As genome editing transforms plant breeding, essentially derived varieties are becoming a critical intellectual property issue. From UPOV's EDV rules to the 2026 Nadorcott ruling, this Seed Sector 2045 analysis examines how breeders can balance innovation, genetic ownership and licensing.
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