The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority (PPVFRA) on August 29, 2024, notified the time limit for registration of extant varieties of the crop species Sponge gourd, Curry leaf, Ailanthus, Dahlia, Broccoli, Lemon Grass and Chilli, Paprika & Bell Pepper (under protected conditions).
The time limit for registration of extant varieties is as stated:
• 10 years from the date of publication of approval of Authority in Plant Variety Journal of India.
[Public Notice No. 03 of 2024]