This session will provide an overview of the subcommittee’s work, key policy issues, and ongoing efforts to protect intellectual property in the evolving landscape of seed innovation. This may include reporting from the U.S. Plant Variety Protection Office, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and other relevant government agencies.

Speakers:

• Ruihong Guo, US Department of Agriculture
• US Patent and Trademark Office (Invited)
• USDA Seed Liaison Initiative (Invited)