Securing your agricultural patent in Australia
Firmly intertwined with Australia’s prosperity, agriculture and the innovations in this space are of vital importance to our economy. Whether in the sectors of agriculture, forestry or fishery, Australia excels at developing new and improved ways of doing things.
To ensure that your new and innovative idea is protected and you have control over how it is implemented or marketed, it is recommended to pursue an agricultural patent. In Australia, patents related to the agricultural industry are also referred to as plant patents or plant breeders’ rights (PBR). Whether you are seeking to protect a new variety of plant, a genetically modified plant, the way your new plant is used, methods of breeding, or similar, a patent can help.
It ensures you are the one to benefit financially from your development while also deterring infringing behaviour and giving you legal rights over your invention. If you want to secure an agricultural patent but have no idea where to begin, meeting with a patent attorney is a great place to start. At IP Guardian, we have decades of experience protecting client interests and successfully securing patents in agriculture.
The agricultural patent process
If for any reason your submission does not meet the necessary criteria for an agricultural patent, we will review alternative options for protection with you.
With our expert guidance, you can gain a better understanding of the patent process, including:
- Plant breeder’s rights and plant patent checks and how to perform them
- Patent definitions and what qualifies for PBR or a patent
How long these types of patents last for - Costs associated with pursuing an agricultural patent
- How to defend against infringing behaviour and more.
Expertly handled agricultural patent applications
We work diligently to expedite the process of applying for and securing your patent for the most efficient and cost-effective outcome possible.
We navigate every step on your behalf, reducing the risk of errors, handling challenges to your application and more.
No matter where you are in Australia, we believe expert legal advice should be easily accessible. For this reason, we offer in-person and online consulting for optimal flexibility at a time and place that suits your schedule.
Offering a fixed-fee price model for even greater accessibility, we seek to reduce the financial barriers that often prohibit businesses from seeking legal guidance.
Why agritech clients choose IP Guardian
Targeted services
We only practise trade mark and patent law, this helps us to be across all new developments and legal processes associated with patents in the agricultural industry. Our specialised services are designed to give you accurate and affordable guidance with zero compromises on quality.
Industry expertise
We have decades of experience handling plant patents and PBR applications for those involved and invested in agricultural innovations. We’re invested in your business’s success and use our unmatched expertise to protect against others profiting from your ideas.
Proactive approach
All our consultations include information regarding the possibility of patenting your agricultural innovations both here and overseas. We’ll explain what to expect while waiting on approvals and how to protect yourself before, during and after you have been approved.
Goal oriented advice
We take the time to understand your goals regarding your agricultural innovation in detail and use this to guide our approach. Our expertise extends to protecting your interests in Australia and on a global scale if required.
Agricultural patent attorneys that grow with you
At IP Guardian we offer specialised advice regarding agricultural patents from highly qualified patent attorneys. We are committed to your success and love to see Aussie enterprises and farmers thrive.
Get in touch with us today at 02 9071 0130 to arrange a complimentary 20 minute telephone or video consultation.