Policy · 2h ago
Seed patents stifle innovation, raise costs for all
The US is among few countries that permit patents on plant varieties. These patents limit farmers' ability to save seeds and breed new strains. A study found that seed prices have increased by over 300% since 1990 due to patent protections.
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The article highlights a systemic issue where patent law prioritizes corporate profits over agricultural innovation and farmer autonomy.
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