EP Seeds Marketing Plenary vote – Arche Noah analysis from Seed diverstiy perspective

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May 3, 2024 | Advocacy, News, Seed Legislation, Seed Marketing, Seed policy

We are pleased to share with you a comprehensive analysis prepared by our member Arche Noah on the recent European Parliament (EP) plenary vote from a seed diversity perspective.

The document delves into crucial topics such as scope, definitions, rules for conservation organizations, and the exchange of Plant Reproductive Material (PRM) between farmers. Additionally, it discusses conservation varieties, Organic and Heirloom Material ((O)HM), obligations of professional operators, and governance. While not exhaustive, we believe it offers a valuable overview of the EP’s stance on these critical matters.

EP Seeds Marketing Plenary vote Analysis from Seed diverstiy perspectiveDownload

Furthermore, Arche Noah invite you to a lunchtime webinar where Fulya Batur will present the primary outcomes of the EP vote. This 1.5-hour webinar will elucidate the main changes proposed to the Commission’s seed marketing proposal by the European Parliament, focusing particularly on aspects pertinent to organizations and individuals engaged in agrobiodiversity conservation. Attendees will have the opportunity to pose questions and gain insights into leveraging the EP’s position for advocacy efforts in the council. The webinar is organized by Arche Noah, with the generous support of the Software AG Stiftung.

Webinar Details:

  • Date: May 23, 2024
  • Time: 12:00 – 13:30 PM Brussels
  • Topic: ARCHE NOAH SAGST Webinar EU Seeds Marketing EP Plenary Results

Registration Link: Register here for the webinar

Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing further details on how to join the webinar.

Additionally, for those interested, Arche Noah compiled some media reactions that shed light on how various stakeholders, including Euroseeds and others, are responding to the provisions aimed at promoting seed diversity: