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What are Plant Breeders' Rights?
Plant breeders' rights row over some chickpeas in Australia tests international agreements
Gene banks supply plant material to breeders who can only claim profitable plant breeders' rights if they develop something new. A recent case in Australia around chickpea material from India has resulted in the Australians withdrawing their claim to the genetic material. The case has, however, highlighted international agreements. Plus, farm fish-keeping designed especially for Africa, and how chickens can keep down livestock ticks.
